For the purpose of this subchapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
BOARD OF ZONING AND HOUSING APPEALS. A board appointed by the Mayor, with the approval of a majority of the Council, which shall have the powers described in this subchapter, in addition to any other powers granted to the Board by this code and any other ordinance or act of the city.
DWELLINGS. Any building, structure or part thereof, used and occupied for human habitation or intended to be so used, including any outhouses and appurtenances belonging thereto or usually enjoyed therewith.
HOUSING ENFORCEMENT OFFICER. An individual appointed by the City Administrator who shall have powers described in this subchapter, in addition to any other powers granted to the officer by this code and any other ordinance or act of the city.
OWNER. The holder of the title in fee simple and every mortgagee of record.
PARTIES IN INTEREST. All persons who have interests of record in a dwelling and any who are in possession thereof.
(S.C. Code § 31-15-10) (‘88 Code, § 5.202) (Am. Ord. 05-02-03, passed 2-15-05)