For the purpose of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
ABANDONED VESSEL.
(1) A vessel that is moored, anchored, or otherwise located for more than 30 consecutive days in any 180 consecutive-day period without permission of the dock owner, marina owner, boat slip owner, or property owner whereby the vessel is located.
(2) A vessel that is in danger of sinking, has sunk, is resting on the bottom, or is located such that it is a hazard to navigation or is in immediate danger to other vessels.
RESPONSIBLE PARTY. A person, organization, or legal entity that is identified by county officials as the party responsible for an abandoned vessel.
(Ord. passed 6-17-2015)