For the purpose of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
FLOOR AREA. The total area of all floors in all buildings, including accessory structures, on a lot, as measured to the outside surface of exterior walls or to the centerline of common walls. FLOOR AREA excludes any crawl space, basement area, attic without floor, and any open porch, deck, balcony or terrace.
NONRESIDENTIAL USE. Any building which is zoned, designed, intended, or used for any purpose other than a residential use, including, but not limited to, commercial, industrial, and office uses. A hotel, motel, and all residential units contained therein, as defined below, shall be treated as a nonresidential use.
RESIDENTIAL UNIT. Any building, or portion thereof, containing one or more rooms, a separate bathroom, and a single kitchen, designed for or occupied by one family or by one or more individuals. This shall include all residential units in those areas designated as residential zones by § 17.012.010 of this Code.
(Ord. 874, passed 11-8-2022)