The community and economic development director shall have the power to interpret the provisions of this title; provided, that the community and economic development director shall consult with the city attorney concerning legal issues. The interpretations shall be consistent with the rules of construction in Section 17-1-5, with the rules of statutory construction, with the rules of conflicting provisions in Section 17-1-6 and shall be consistent over time until changed, in writing, by the community and economic development director. Such interpretations shall be entitled the weight accorded to administrative interpretations by the courts. (Ord. 12-11-2001C § 2 (part))