§ 16.33.020. Definitions.

[The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this chapter, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:]

(1)

"Deteriorated" means any structure or vacant or unimproved lot or parcel in a predominantly built-up neighborhood:

(A)

Which, because of physical condition or use, is regarded as a public nuisance at common law or has been declared a public nuisance in accordance with local housing, building, plumbing, electrical, fire, health or related codes;

(B)

Which, because of physical condition, use or occupancy is considered an attractive nuisance;

(C)

Which, because it is dilapidated, unsanitary, unsafe, vermin-infested or other condition, has been designated by the appropriate agency or department of the municipality as unfit for human habitation or use;

(D)

Which is a fire hazard, or is otherwise dangerous to the safety of persons or property;

(E)

From which the utilities, plumbing, heating, sewerage or other facilities have been disconnected, destroyed, removed, or rendered ineffective so that the property is unfit for human habitation or use;

(F)

Which, by reason of neglect or lack of maintenance, has become a place for accumulation of trash and debris, or a haven for rodents or other vermin;

(G)

Which has been tax delinquent for a period of at least three years; or

(H)

Which has not been rehabilitated within the time constraints placed upon the owner or party in interest by the director.

(2)

"Director" means the director of the department of codes administration, or such other officers and employees of the department of codes administration as may be charged with the administration of this chapter, or the director's duly authorized representative.

(3)

"Dwelling" means any building or structure, or part thereof, used and occupied for human occupation or use or intended to be so used, and includes any outhouses and appurtenances belonging thereto or usually enjoyed therewith.

(4)

"Dwelling unit" means a building or structure or part thereof that is used for a home or residence by one or more persons who maintain a household.

(5)

"Municipality" means the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County.

(6)

"Owner" means the holder of the title to real property and every mortgagee of record.

(7)

"Parties in interest" means all individuals, associations, corporations and others who have interests of record in a structure and any who are in possession thereof.

(8)

"Residential rental dwelling unit" means a dwelling unit that is leased or rented to one or more tenants. However, a dwelling unit occupied in part by the owner thereof shall not be construed to be a residential rental dwelling unit unless otherwise provided by zoning ordinance.

(9)

"Structure" means any dwelling or place of public accommodation or vacant building or structure suitable as a dwelling or place of public accommodation.

(Ord. BL2007-1550 § 2, 2007)