For purposes of implementation of this chapter, construction shall be considered to have started with the first placement of permanent construction of the site, such as the pouring of slabs or footings or any work beyond the stage of excavation. For a structure without a basement or poured footings, the start of construction includes the first permanent framing or assembly of the structure or any part thereof on its pilings or foundation, or the affixing of any prefabricated structure or manufactured home to its permanent site. Permanent construction does not include land preparation, including clearing, grading or filling; excavation for basements, footings, piers or foundations; erection of temporary forms; the installation of piling under proposed subsurface footings; or the installation of sewer, gas and water pipes or electric or other service lines from the street.
(Ord. 529, passed 7-15-1981; Ord. 623, passed 5-20-1987)