HAR §15-23-6.1. event of conflicts between the definitions in section 15-23-5 and those found elsewhere within the authority's administrative rules, the definitions in section 15-23-5 shall take precedence

(d) Figures 1 to 6, dated November 2023, made a part of this chapter, and attached at the end of this chapter, are an integral part of the rules. Figure 7, dated November 2023, made a part of this chapter, and attached at the end of this chapter, contains illustrative guidelines. (e) In case of any difference of meaning or implication between the text of this chapter and any caption, illustration, map, summary table, or illustrative table, the text shall control. (f) Where in conflict, numerical metrics shall take precedence over graphic metrics. (g) Words used in the singular include the plural; words used in the plural include the singular. (h) Words used in the present tense include the future tense; words used in the future tense include the present tense. (i) Within the rules, sections are occasionally prefaced with purpose or intent statements that are intended to guide the implementation of the rules but are not binding standards. (j) In their interpretation and application, the provisions of the rules are considered minimal in nature. Whenever the provisions, standards, or requirements of the authority's rules of practice and procedure, chapter 219, Hawaii Administrative Rules, are higher or more restrictive, the latter shall control. (k) If there is uncertainty about the location of any zone boundary shown on the regulating plan, the location of the boundary shall be determined by the executive director as follows: (1) Where a zone boundary approximately follows a lot line, alley, or street, the lot line, alley centerline, or street centerline shall be construed as the zone boundary, as applicable; (2) If a zone boundary divides a parcel and the boundary line location is not specified by distances printed on the regulating plan, the location of the boundary will be 15-23-14 3520 §15-23-7.5 determined by using the scale appearing on the regulating plan; and (3) Where a public thoroughfare or alley is officially vacated or abandoned, the property that was formerly in the street or alley will be included within the zone of the adjoining property on either side of the vacated or abandoned thoroughfare or alley. [Eff JAN 18 2004] (Auth: HRS §§206E-4, 206E-5, 206E-7) (Imp: HRS §§206E-4, 206E-5, 206E-7)