As used in this chapter, the following terms shall have the
meanings indicated:
AGRICULTURAL OPERATION
The management and use of farming resources for the production
of crops, livestock or poultry [As defined by the Nutrient Management
Act of 1993 (P.L. 12, No. 6)].
BUILDING
A combination of materials forming any structure that is
erected on the ground and permanently affixed thereto, designed, intended,
or arranged for the shelter, enclosure, housing or structural support
of persons, animals, processes, equipment, goods or materials of any
kind. "Building" shall not include driveways, parking spaces or parking
lots.
BUILDING CODE OFFICIAL
The official appointed by Murrysville Council to enforce
the Uniform Construction Code, as defined by the Pennsylvania Uniform
Construction Code.
BUILDING, PRINCIPAL
A building, or structure, in which, or by which, is conducted
the main or principal use of the parcel of land on which it is situated.
CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER
The individual(s) employed or contracted by the Municipality
of Murrysville to enforce its codes and ordinances based on the enforcement
provisions and policies outlined therein.
DEVELOPED LOT
Any otherwise vacant property:
A.
Portions of a lot graded or improved for the express purpose
and accommodation of a principal building; or
B.
Any separate property which accommodates parking or structures
accessory to an adjoining principal building or buildings; or
C.
Active recreational spaces approved by Murrysville Council in accordance with the Planned Residential Development provisions of the Zoning Ordinance (Chapter
220) or those mandatory land dedication requirements specified in the Murrysville Subdivision Ordinance (Chapter
201).
IMPROVED LOT
Portions of any defined parcel of land bearing a principal
building, whether commercial, residential, public, or semi-public,
graded or improved for such a purpose or accommodation.
WOODLAND
Areas, groves or stands of trees covering an area of 1/4
acre or a grove of trees forming one canopy of such trees.