1.01.030 Rules of construction.
The following rules of construction shall be observed unless inconsistent with the intent of the council or the context clearly requires otherwise.
A. Computation of Time. The time within which an act is to be done is computed by excluding the first day and including the last unless the last day falls upon a legal holiday as defined in ORS 187.010 and 187.020 or on Sunday, in which case the last day is also excluded.
B. Gender. Any gender includes the other genders.
C. Singular and Plural. The singular includes the plural and the plural includes the singular.
D. Tenses. Words used in the present tense include the past and the future tenses and vice versa.
E. Use of Words and Phrases. Words and phrases used in this code that are not specifically defined shall be construed according to the context and approved use of the language.
F. Construction. The provisions of this code and all proceedings under it are to be construed to effect its objects and to promote substantial justice.
G. Service by Mail. Whenever this code requires or authorizes service by mail, it shall be sufficient if the document or notice is:
1. Delivered personally to the person to be served;
2. Delivered at the dwelling house or usual place of abode of the person to be served to any person over 14 years of age residing in the dwelling house or usual place of abode of the person to be served;
3. Delivered to an office maintained for the conduct of business by the person to be served during normal working hours and left with the person who is apparently in charge.