For the purposes of this subchapter the following words and phrases shall have the following meanings ascribed to them respectively.
“FIRE” or “FIRES.” The words shall be interchangeable, and shall mean and refer to the visible, active phases of the chemical reaction constituting the combustion of material, manifested in light and heat.
“MATERIAL” or “MATERIALS.” The words shall be interchangeable, and shall mean and refer to any and all biodegradable and nonbiodegradable substances, including garbage, rubbish, ashes, commercial, industrial, and institutional wastes, wood, and wood products.
“OPEN BURNING” or “OPEN BURN.” The terms shall be interchangeable, and shall mean and refer to the outdoor combustion of material.
“PERSON” or “PERSONS.” The word shall be interchangeable, and shall mean and refer to any natural person, corporation, association, trust, venture, partnership, or other entity.
“WOOD PRODUCTS.” Material derived from or consisting of paper, cardboard, rags, boards, branches, brush, grass, and leaves. No processed, painted, or treated wood material.
(Ord. 895, passed 5-18-04)