The following words and phrases, whenever used in this chapter shall be construed as defined in this section:
“APPLICABLE LAWS.” Includes, but is not limited to, the city’s Housing Code (International Property Maintenance Code as revised and adopted), the City Zoning Ordinance, other city ordinances, and other statutes or regulations relating to the health or safety of housing, residents, occupants, or the general public.
“BUILDING OFFICIAL.” The City of Bellevue Code Enforcement Officer or his or her designee.
“CITY.” The City of Bellevue, Kentucky.
“DEFICIENCY.” Any failure by a rental unit subject to this chapter to comply with applicable laws.
“OCCUPANT.” An individual, partnership, corporation or association, and/or agent of any of them, lawfully residing in a rental unit.
“OWNER.” Collectively the owner of record title of a rental unit as shown on the last equalized assessment roll, and/or such owner’s authorized agent.
“RENT.” A payment of an amount fixed by contract, agreement, or lease, made by a tenant at specified intervals in return for the right to occupy or use the property of another.
“RENTAL HOUSING.” Collectively, all rental units within the city.
“RENTAL LICENSE.” A license issued by the city pursuant to this chapter.
“RENTAL UNIT.” Any rented residential or commercial structure or space within the city being rented or leased.
“UNIT UNAVAILABLE FOR RENT.” A rental unit whose owner has filed with the Building Official a statement signed under penalty of perjury in accordance with administrative regulations adopted pursuant to this chapter which statement provides that such rental unit is not offered or available for rent as a rental unit, and that prior to offering or making available such rental unit for rent as a rental unit, the owner will apply for a rental license for such rental unit pursuant to this chapter and any applicable administrative regulations adopted pursuant to this chapter.
(Ord. 2012-09-03, passed 10-17-12)