For the purposes of this Chapter, unless otherwise apparent from the context, certain words and phrases used in this Chapter are defined as follows:
A. "Commercial structure" shall mean any building or structure all or part of which contains a commercial or industrial use permitted by this Code; provided, however, "Commercial Structure" shall not include any building or structure constructed or reconstructed for the elderly and handicapped pursuant to Title 15 of this Code, or pursuant to Title 25 or 26 of the California Code of Regulations..
B. "Construction cost" shall mean the total value of all construction or reconstruction work on a commercial structure as determined by the Director of Community Development and Housing pursuant to Section 15.04.080 of this Code in issuing a building permit for such construction or reconstruction.
C. "New Construction" shall mean all new commercial construction.
D. "Reconstruction" shall mean additions, alterations, repairs or remodels made to an existing commercial structure. Reconstruction is required to conform to the requirements for new buildings pursuant to the California Building Code and Title 15 of this Code. Reconstruction necessitated by natural disaster or accidental damage shall not be subject to this Chapter provided, however, that damage in the normal course of business shall be included.
(Ord. MC-1625, 2-21-24; Ord. MC-1525, 01-15-20; Ord. MC-1451, 12-20-17; Ord. MC-1027, 9-09-98; Ord. MC-768, 3-12-91; Ord. MC-650, 1-19-89; Ord. MC-542, 9-11-86)