§ 7-18. Definitions.  


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  • Unless otherwise expressly stated, the following terms shall, for the purpose of this Code, have the meanings indicated in this section.

    Approved, as applied to a material, device or mode of construction, means approved by the agent, in accordance with the provisions of this Code, or by other authority designated by law to give approval in the matter in question.

    Automatic fire alarm system means a system which automatically detects a fire condition and actuates a fire alarm signal device.

    DOT container means any container approved by the department of transportation for shipping any liquid, gaseous or solid material of a flammable, toxic or other hazardous nature.

    Fire resistance rating means the time in hours that the material or construction will withstand the standard fire exposure as determined by a fire test made in conformity with the "Standard Methods of Fire Tests of Building Construction and Materials," ASTM E119, UL Inc. 263, or NFPA No. 251.

    Owner includes his duly authorized agent or attorney, a purchaser, devisee, fiduciary, and a person having a vested or contingent interest in the property in question.

    Person includes corporation and co-partnership as well as individual.

(Ord. No. 2012-113, § 3, 9-18-12)