For the purpose of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
MASSAGE. The rubbing, stroking, kneading or tapping of the body with the hands.
MASSAGE LICENSE BOARD. A Board composed of three members. The members and the President of the Board shall be appointed by the Board of Commissioners, and shall serve at the pleasure of the Board of Commissioners.
MASSAGE PARLOR. Any premises, building or a part thereof wherein any person receives a massage from a massage therapist. It does not mean a licensed hospital, licensed nursing home, or the office of a licensed physician, osteopath or chiropractor.
MASSAGE THERAPIST. Any person who massages any person not related to him or her within the second degree of kinship, whether or not there is compensation for the massage. It does not mean a licensed physician, osteopath, chiropractor, practical or registered nurse, or anyone who massages in a licensed hospital or licensed nursing home.
PERSON. An individual, partnership, corporation, or association.
(’86 Code, § 3-25) (Ord. 1977-3B, passed 3-25-77)