§521-8 Definitions. As used in this
chapter, unless the context clearly requires otherwise:
"Action" with reference to a judicial
proceeding includes recoupment, counterclaim, setoff, and any other proceedings
in which rights are determined, including an action for possession.
"Apartment building" means a
structure containing one or more dwelling units, except:
(1) A single-family residence, or
(2) A structure in which all tenants are roomers or
boarders.
"Dwelling unit" means a structure, or
part of a structure, which is used as a home, residence, or sleeping place by
one person or by two or more persons maintaining a common household, to the
exclusion of all others.
"Landlord" means the owner, lessor,
sublessor, assigns or successors in interest of the dwelling unit or the
building of which it is a part and in addition means any agent of the landlord.
"Normal wear and tear" means
deterioration or depreciation in value by ordinary and reasonable use but does
not include items that are missing from the dwelling unit.
"Owner" means one or more persons,
jointly or severally, in whom is vested:
(1) All or any part of the legal title to property;
or
(2) All or any part of the beneficial ownership and a
right to present use and enjoyment of the property; and
includes a mortgagee in possession.
"Person" includes an individual,
corporation, government or governmental agency, business trust, estate, trust,
partnership or association, two or more persons having a joint or common
interest, or any other legal or commercial entity.
"Premises" means a dwelling unit,
appurtenances thereto, grounds, and facilities held out for the use of tenants
generally and any other area or facility whose use is promised to the tenant.