§ 11-1. Definitions.

The following terms shall have the meanings shown in this section. Where terms are not defined such terms shall have ordinarily accepted meaning such as the context implies.

Occupant means a family as defined by the Town of Irmo Zoning Ordinance or one or more individuals. A family of related persons shall be counted as one occupant.

Offense means any violation of local, state, or federal statutes or ordinances which result in a forfeiture of bond; plea of guilty; plea of no contest; acceptance into pre-trial intervention, alcohol education program or a determination of guilt by a court or a jury. For purposes of this chapter, all violations for which charges are made during one response by law enforcement officers which result in a forfeiture of bond; acceptance into a pre-trial intervention program; alcohol education program; conviction; or plea of guilty or no contest, collectively shall be deemed one offense.

Owner means any person, firm or corporation having a legal or equitable title in the property; or any record title holder.

Residential rental unit means that portion of a dwelling for which consideration is being given to an owner, agent, or manager for use or occupancy. Whenever the words "rental unit" are stated in this Code, they shall be construed as though they were followed by the words "or any part thereof."

Total occupancy means the total number of people allowed to be living under one roof (not to exceed ten people).

Violation means breach of law.

(Ord. No. 12-12, 6-19-2012; Ord. No. 18-04, 6-19-2018)