For the purpose of this subchapter certain terms, phrases, words and their derivatives shall be construed as specified in this section. Words used in the singular include the plural, and vice versa. For terms, and the like not defined herein, they shall have their ordinary accepted meanings within the context used in accordance with applicable sections of this chapter.
COMPLETE/COMPLETION. Successful accomplishment and approval by the Building Official.
ESSENTIAL BUILDING. Any building housing a hospital or other medical facility having surgical or medical treatment areas, fire or police stations, municipal government public safety or disaster operations or communications centers.
HIGH HAZARD BUILDING. Refer to § 150.068.
LOW HAZARD BUILDING. Refer to § 150.068.
MEDIUM HAZARD. Refer to § 150.068.
OCCUPANT LOAD. The occupant load for the entire structure as determined in accordance with UBC 1002, regardless of degree of actual use.
OWNER. Any person, agent, firm, corporation or other entity having legal or equitable interest in the property, as listed in the records of the Humboldt County Tax Assessor on the date of adoption of this chapter.
UBC. The Uniform Building Code (ICBO), as adopted in this code.
UCBC. The Uniform Code for Building Conservation (ICBO publication #231S00), as adopted herein.
UNREINFORCED MASONRY. A masonry element which lacks steel reinforcement.
('63 Code, § 9-7.103) (Ord. 608-C.S., passed 6-18-96)