For the purpose of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
BUILDING OFFICIAL/ZONING ADMINISTRATOR. The official who is charged with the administration and enforcement of this chapter or any duly authorized representative.
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLIANCE. A certificate issued by the Village Building Official/Zoning Administrator which certifies compliance with the provisions of the ordinances of the village for rental dwellings.
DWELLING. Any structure, building or other facility promised and/or leased to a residential tenant or tenants for use as a home, residence or sleeping unit. This definition includes, but without limitation, one and two family DWELLINGS.
OCCUPANT. Includes all tenants, lessees and persons residing within a rental dwelling or rental unit.
OWNER. Any person, firm, corporation or any other legal entity having a legal or equitable interest in the premises.
OWNER REPRESENTATIVE. A person or representative of a corporation, partnership, firm, joint venture, trust, association, organization or other entity designated by the owner of the premises as responsible for operating such property in compliance with all the provisions of the village ordinances.
(Ord. 198, passed 5-9-2012)