§ 1-5. Rules of interpretation.

(a) In general.

In interpreting and applying this Division I, the following rules of interpretation apply:

(i) those contained in Subtitles 2 and 3 of the City Code's General Provisions Article; and

(ii) any additional rules contained in this section.

(b) Conflicting provisions.

(1) Division sets minimum requirements.

In their interpretation and application, the provisions of this Division I must be taken to be the minimum requirements for the promotion of the public health, safety, and general welfare.

(2) Most restrictive provision governs.

If any condition imposed by a provision of this Division I is either more or less restrictive than a comparable condition imposed by any other provision of this Division or by any other law, rule, or regulation of any kind, the condition that is the more restrictive governs.

(c) Liberal interpretation.

In their interpretation and application, the provisions of this Division I are to be:

(1) liberally construed in favor of proper flood hazard management and Baltimore City; and

(2) considered as neither repealing nor limiting any powers granted by State law.