For the purpose of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
DEVELOPED PROPERTY. A parcel or portion of real property on which a dwelling, structure, or building exists.
NON-RESIDENTIAL UNIT. Developed property that is not primarily for personal domestic accommodation, such as a business or commercial enterprise. A non-residential structure which provides facilities for one or more businesses including, but not limited to, permanent provisions for access to the public, shall have each distinct business facility considered as a separate non-residential unit. Motels and hotels shall be considered NON-RESIDENTIAL UNITS for these purposes.
PERSON. A natural person, unincorporated association, tenancy in common, partnership, corporation, limited liability company, cooperative, trust, any governmental agency, including the State of Oregon but excluding the City of Union, and other entity in law or in fact.
RESIDENTIAL UNIT. Developed property with a residential structure which provides complete living facilities for one or more persons including, but not limited to, permanent provisions for living, sleeping, and sanitation. A home business in a residential zone will be regarded only as a residential unit, not as a non-residential unit. Multi-family residential property consisting of two or more dwelling units, condominium units or individual mobile home units shall have each unit considered as a separate residential unit. A lot or parcel which contains a non-residential building or structure used primarily for personal purposes, not primarily for business or commercial purposes, shall be considered a RESIDENTIAL UNIT.
RESPONSIBLE PARTY. The person owing the public fire and safety surcharge.
(Ord. 546, passed 12-8-2014; Ord. 547, passed 4-13-2015)