To scientists, a theory is an explanation of some feature of the world that meets three requirements: it is supported by evidence, is testable and falsifiable, and can be used to make predictions. As the first requirement shows, âtheoryâ in scientific use does not mean âguessâ or anything similar.
Look up ordinance in Wiktionary, the free dictionary. A local ordinance is a law usually found in a code of laws for a political division smaller than a state or nation, i.e., a local government such as a municipality, county, parish, prefecture, etc. 1  1 United States.  1.1 Alabama.
The city's Zoning Ordinance (Title 11) is part of the municipal code, which is available online. Copies of specific chapters are also available at the Community Development Department. If you need to purchase a hard copy of the entire ordinance, you may contact the City Clerk's office at 702-293-9208. Boulder City Municipal Code.