For the purpose of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
DWELLING UNIT. A single unit providing complete, independent living facilities for one or more persons, including permanent provisions for living, sleeping, eating, cooking and sanitation.
LANDLORD. The owner, agent, lessor or sublessor or the successor in interest of any of them, of a dwelling unit or premise of which it is part.
OWNER. One or more persons, jointly or severally, in whom is vested all or part of the legal title to property, or all or part of the beneficial ownership and a right to present use and enjoyment of the premises, including a mortgagee in possession.
PERSON. An individual, corporation, government, governmental subdivision or agency, business trust, estate, trust, partnership or association or any other legal or commercial entity.
PREMISES. A lot, plot, or parcel of land, easement or public way, including any structures thereon.
RENT. Any consideration, including any payment, bonus, benefits or gratuity, demanded or received by a landlord for or in connection with the use or occupancy of a dwelling unit.
RENTAL AGREEMENT. All written or oral agreements embodying the terms and conditions concerning the use and occupancy of a dwelling unit.
TENANT. A person, corporation, partnership or group whether or not the legal owner of record occupying a building or use premise or portion thereof as a unit.
(Ord. 07-939, passed 6-14-2007)