(A) For the purpose of this subchapter the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
AWNING. A rooflike shelter carried by a supporting frame or arms attached to
a building and so arranged that the shelter and frame may be folded or rolled up to the face of the building to which it is attached.
MARQUEE. An overhanging flat rooflike protection or covering of rigid material and construction.
PERMANENT AWNING. A sloping rooflike protection of lightweight, rigid construction supported from a building without posts and used for the outside protection of a door, window, or other opening.
SUPPORTED CANOPY. A covering of canvas or other combustible material used solely for temporary shelter for a door or walk and carried by a frame supported by the ground or sidewalk.
SUSPENDED CANOPY. A covering of canvas or other combustible material rigidly supported by a metal frame attached to a building and suspended from the building solely for shelter or for protection.
VENETIAN AWNING. An awning, shutter, or louver of metal, wood, or other rigid material fabricated into sheets, strips, or slats somewhat similar to a venetian blind, erected to shade or form an outside protection to a window, door, or other building opening.
(B) Any construction erected primarily for shade or protection from the elements which projects into any public area or is liable to endanger persons using public streets or alleys, and which is not mentioned or defined specifically herein or about which there is any question shall be classified by the Building Commissioner.
(Ord. 29-1977, passed 10-17-77)