A. Interpretation. In interpreting and applying the provisions of this chapter, they shall be held to be minimum requirements adopted for the promotion of the public health, safety and general welfare.

B. Conflict of Ordinances. In any case where a provision of this chapter is found to be in conflict with a provision of any other ordinance, code or regulations, the provision which establishes the higher standard for the promotion and protection of the public health, safety and general welfare shall prevail.

C. Effect of Partial Invalidity. If any section, subsection, paragraph, sentence, clause or phrase of this chapter is for any reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional, such decision shall not affect the validity or constitutionality of the remaining portions of this chapter; and to this end the provisions of this chapter are declared to be severable.

D. The city council shall establish by resolution any fees or charges for applications, notices, plan review s , permits, administrative actions, or appeals authorized under this chapter. Applicants shall pay the appropriate fees or charges in effect at the time a completed application is submitted to the reviewing department. No application shall be reviewed or approved unless the appropriate fees and charges have been paid.