For the purpose of this subchapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
CONDITION OF DISREPAIR. The condition of all, or any portion, of a structure that has not been maintained in a workmanlike manner, normal wear and tear for reasonable periods excepted, including, without limitation, instances where structures have windows and/or doors boarded up or which otherwise violate a provision of this subchapter, and shall also mean the lack of substantially continuous and material pursuit of initial construction of a structure toward obtaining a certificate of occupancy or other required approval for a period in excess of six months.
STRUCTURE. Any building or structure for which a permit must be obtained for construction under any ordinance or code of the village.
WORKMANLIKE. The care in carrying out such activities as maintenance and repair in a reasonably skillful manner, i.e., the manner in which a reasonably prudent person would expect or require if another person were hired to perform maintenance or repairs on his or her structure of the type in question.
(Ord. 30.02, passed 6-22-87)