For the purpose of this subchapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
GOVERNING BODY. The Board of Commissioners of the Town of Murphy.
OWNER. The holder of the title in fee simple and every mortgagee of record.
PARTIES IN INTEREST. All individuals, associations, and corporations who have interests of record in a structure and any who are in possession thereof.
PUBLIC AUTHORITY. Any housing authority or any officer who is in charge of any department or branch of government of the city, county, or state, relating to health, fire, building regulations, or other activities concerning structures in the city.
PUBLIC OFFICER. The officer or officers who are authorized by this subchapter to exercise the powers prescribed by this subchapter.
TOWN. The Town of Murphy.
(Ord. passed 8-10-1987; Am. Ord. passed 5-3-2021)