For the purpose of this chapter, the following definitions apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
ALTERATION. Any aesthetic, architectural, mechanical or structural change to the exterior surface of any part of an existing building, structure or object.
CONCENTRATION. A group of sites, buildings, structures or objects, in proximity, which contribute to a pattern or sense of time and place, with relatively few instructions (i.e., structures which detract from an area's sense of time and place).
CONTINUITY. The state or quality of being in order, forming a continuous or connected whole.
LINKAGE. The association or correlation of two or more sites, buildings, structures or objects because of location, setting and similarity of time, place and/or other characteristics.
ORDINARY MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR. Regular, customary or usual care, reconstruction or renewal of any part of an existing building, structure or object, for the purpose of preserving the property and maintaining it in safe and sanitary condition.
(1996 Code, § 15.32.020) (Ord. 87-05-004, passed - -)