The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this chapter, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:
APPLICABLE BUSINESS. Each business within the town to which this chapter is applicable.
BUSINESS. Each trade, occupation, profession, business and franchise on which a business license fee is imposed under this chapter. The North Carolina General Assembly has authorized the town to impose a business license and fee on businesses. PERSON as used in this chapter means any individual, company, corporation, firm or other entity.
BUSINESS WITHIN THE TOWN. A person maintains a business location in the town, or if, either personally or through agents, the person solicits or transacts business within the town; or picks up or delivers goods, or delivers services within the town.
CONDUCTS BUSINESS. A person, firm, corporation or other entity engages in 1 act of any business within the town as defined in this chapter.
(Ord. 23-16, passed 1-3-2024)