16-27.2 Definitions.
For the purpose of this Section, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
EVICTION. Actively trying to evict a tenant from a premise by delivery of a notice to quit and subsequent court proceedings, if a tenant fails to vacate the premises.
GATHERING. A party or event where two or more persons have assembled for a social occasion or social activity.
PREMISES. Any residence or other private property, place or location, including any commercial or business property.
PROPERTY OWNER. The legal owner of record of a premises as listed by the tax assessor’s records.
PUBLIC NUISANCE. A gathering of persons on any premises in a manner which constitutes a violation of law or creates a substantial disturbance of the quiet enjoyment of private or public property in a neighborhood. Behavior constituting a PUBLIC NUISANCE includes, but is not limited to, excessive noise, obstruction of public ways by crowds or vehicles, illegal parking, the service of alcohol to underage persons, fights and disturbances of the peace.
(CBC 1985 16-27.1; Ord. 2012 c. 8 § 1)