As used in this chapter:
(a) "Defective" does not apply to mechanical, electrical or electronic problems that are beyond the control of the owner or lessee of the system.
(b) "False alarm" means the activation of an alarm system through mechanical failure, malfunction, improper installation or the negligence of the owner or lessee of an alarm system or of his or her employee or agent. "False alarm" does not include the alarm caused by severe weather or other violent conditions beyond the control of the owner or lessee of an alarm system or his or her employee or agent.
(Ord. 394. Passed 2-11-80.)