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GC) zoning district. D. Annexation - Designation of Zoning Districts. Unless otherwise stated by the authorizing ordinance, all annexed areas within the urban growth area shall be zoned in conformance with the zoning map. (Ord. 6273 §14, 2003; Ord. 6073 §12, 2000; Ord. 5714 §2, 1997; Ord. 5517 §1, 1995). 18.02.170 Interpretations of terms A. For the purposes of this title, unless it is plainly evident from the context that a different meaning is intended, certain words and terms are herein defined as follows: 1. The word "shall" is always mandatory, while the word "should" is not mandatory, and "may" is permissive. 2. Words in the present tense include the future, the singular includes the plural and the plural includes the singular. 3. The word "and" indicates that all connected items or provisions apply. 4. The word "or" indicates that the connected items or provisions may apply singularly or in any combination. 5. The term "either/or" indicates that the connected items or provisions shall apply singularly but not in combination. 6. Where terms are not specifically defined, they shall have their ordinary accepted meanings within the context with which they are used. Webster’s Third New International Dictionary of the English Language, Unabridged, Copyright 1986, shall be considered in determining ordinarily accepted meanings. B. Illustrations found herein are not intended to supersede or replace written definitions, restrictions or standards. (Ord. 5570 §23, 1995) 18.02.180 Definitions Revised 5/26 A. DEFINITIONS - SPECIFIC. Abandon. To cease or suspend from developing or maintaining a building or use for a definite period of time. Abandoned Activity. A business or activity with no reported sales or activity for a period of twelve (12) months, except temporary closures for repairs, alterations, or other similar situations. Land and/or buildings not in use for such period are considered vacant and unoccupied and may be subject to review including land use approval prior to renewal of use. Abutting. Two or more parcels or buildings sharing a common boundary of at least one point. Access. Safe, adequate, and usable ingress/egress (entrance/exit) to a property or use. Accessory Dwelling Unit. See Dwelling, Conventional. Accessory Structure. A structure detached from the principal building located on the same lot and customarily incidental and subordinate to the principal building. Any part of the main building which shares a common wall and roof is considered a part of that building.