The following definitions apply in the interpretation and enforcement of this Chapter.
A. "Action" means an act or decision by an administrative officer or administrative agency for which a right to appeal under the provisions of this Chapter is granted in this Code.
B. "Administrative agency" means an organ of the city government other than the City Council which under the direction of the City Manager has responsibility for carrying out or enforcing the rules, regulations, and ordinances of the city, but not including boards and commissions of the city.
C. "Administrative officer" means an officer of the city who is not a member of the legislative body or appointed boards or commissions. Such officers include but are not limited to the City Manager, chief of police, fire chief, director of planning and building, director of transportation, director of public works, or similar officer.
D. "Aggrieved person" means any person whose personal, pecuniary or property right or interest is directly and adversely affected, or upon whom a substantial burden or obligation is imposed by the action or decision appealed from.
E. "Appellant" means any aggrieved person who files an appeal.
F. "Code" means the San Bernardino Municipal Code.
G. "Hearing officer" means any person duly qualified and authorized by this Chapter to hear and review appeals under this Chapter.
H. "Respondent" means the administrative officer or agency which took the action appealed from, and any other administrative officer or agency named as respondent in an appeal.
(Ord. MC-1521, 9-18-19)