For the purpose of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
CAT. Any feline.
CITY. The City of Linden.
CITY COUNCIL. The City Council of Linden.
DOG. Any canine.
FARM ANIMALS AND FOWL. Any horse, cow, goat, rabbit, poultry, or other domesticated farm animal or bird.
LOT. A parcel of land occupied, or intended to be occupied, as a dwelling, together with accessory buildings and yard.
PERSON. Any person, firm, partnership, association, or corporation.
PREMISES. An area of private property, including grounds, buildings, and appurtenances. For purposes of interpretation and enforcement of this chapter, any common areas of condominium property shall not be considered the PREMISES or private property of a person residing in or having ownership in a condominium unit or units. Common areas include all portions of a condominium project other than the condominium units and the patio areas connected with the condominium units.
RUN AT LARGE. The presence of an animal or fowl at any place except upon the premises of the owner. Provided, however, an animal shall not be considered to be RUNNING AT LARGE if it is on a leash, or in a vehicle, and under the control of a person physically able to control it.
WILD ANIMAL AND BIRD. Any animal or bird of a kind not ordinarily subject to domestication.
(2011 Code, § 6.04.010) (Ord. 131, passed - -1986)