In this chapter:
"AIDS" means acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS), AIDS related conditions (ARC), or any other medical condition which an individual contracts as a result of having AIDS or ARC.
"An individual who has AIDS" or "an individual has AIDS" means anyone who has AIDS, as defined in this section or anyone who is infected with the HIV virus (seropositive for HIV infection); anyone who is suspected of, or perceived as having such a condition; anyone who is believed to be at risk of contracting such a condition; or anyone who is believed to associate with individuals who have AIDS.
"Business establishments" means any entity, however, organized, which furnishes goods, services or accommodations to the general public. An entity which has membership requirements is considered to furnish goods, services or accommodations to the general public if its membership requirements:
1. Consist only of payment of fees; or
2. Consist of requirements under which a substantial portion of the residents of the city could qualify.
"Housing services" means services connected with the use or occupancy of a rental unit including, but not limited to, utilities (including light, heat, water and telephone), ordinary repairs or replacement, and maintenance, including painting. This term shall also include the provision of elevator service, laundry facilities and privileges, common recreational facilities, janitor service, resident manager, refuse removal, furnishings, food service, garage or parking facilities, and any other benefits, privileges or facilities.
"Individual" means a natural person.
"Person" means any natural person, firm, corporation, partnership, or other organization, association or group of persons however organized.
"Rental unit" means any dwelling unit, housing accommodation, or guest room rented, offered for rent or let for living or dwelling purposes or transient occupancy, the land and buildings appurtenant thereto, and all housing services supplied in connection with the use or occupancy thereof. "Rental unit" shall not include housing accommodations which a governmental unit, agency or authority owns, operates, or manages, and which are specifically exempted from municipal regulation by state or federal law or administrative regulation. (Prior code § 74.01.110)