Section
5-2.1 Definitions
5-2.2 Same—enforcement
5-2.3 Same—control and prohibition
5-2.4 Same—burning purpose for fire training
5-2.5 Same—adoption of the North Carolina State Building Code: Fire Prevention Code by reference
Cross-reference:
Condemnation of abandoned structures, see §§ 5-4.7 et seq.
Creation of noise by squibs and the like, see § 7-5.2(Q)
Fire limits, see § 5-3.12
As used in this article, the following terms shall have the respective meanings ascribed to them.
ACQUIRED STRUCTURE. A structure requested by the property owner to be used for the purposes of live fire training.
COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS. Any substance which when ignited will burn in air.
FIRE OFFICIAL. For the purpose of Fire Code enforcement, FIRE OFFICIAL shall include the County Fire Marshal, when certified and the Town Fire Chief or approved designee.
GARBAGE. Any animal or vegetable waste resulting from the handling, preparation, cooking and serving of food.
OPEN BURNING. Any fire wherein the products of combustion are emitted directly into the outdoor atmosphere and are not directed thereto through a stack or chimney, approved incinerator or other similar device.
REFUSE. Solid or liquid wastes from residences and dwellings, commercial establishments and institutions.
TRADE WASTE. All solid, liquid or gaseous waste, waste materials or rubbish resulting from combustion, salvage operations, building operations or the perpetration of any business, trade or industry, including, but not limited to, plastic products, paper, wood, glass, metal, paint, greases, oil and other petroleum products, chemicals and ashes.
(1989 Code, § 8-1; 2003 Code, § 5-2.1) (Amended 8-6-1991; Ord. passed 3-1-2011)
The Fire Official is charged with the duty of investigating, preventing and abating causes of air pollution and enforcing the provisions of G.S. § 143-215 along with the regulations herein. Any person found to be in willful violation of this article may be held financially/civilly responsible for any cost/damage incurred from the results of the violation. Including, but not limited to, cost of extinguishment both labor and equipment. Any fines incurred/charged shall be at the recommendation of the State Division of Air Quality or a result of non-compliance with cleanup after a scheduled training burn. County Development Services will collect and account for other required fees.
(1989 Code, § 8-2; 2003 Code, § 5-2.2) (Amended 8-6-1991; Ord. passed 3-1-2011)
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