(1) The singular number includes the plural and the plural includes the singular.

(2) Words used in the present tense include the future.

(3) Words in the masculine gender include the feminine and neuter.

(4) When any time is specified in the Provo City Code, it shall mean standard time, as distinguished from solar time, and the words “midnight” or “noon” shall be taken to mean midnight or noon standard time.

(5) Words prohibiting anything being done except in accordance with a license or permit or authority from a City employee, board, or officer, shall be construed as giving such employee, board, or officer power to license or permit or authorize such thing to be done.