This chapter is enacted to provide the uniform and equitable distribution of the tax levies in the Borough of Burgettstown and upon the inhabitants thereof and to promote the welfare of the inhabitants of the Borough of Burgettstown by insuring that all rental properties conform to the International Property Maintenance Code.
As used in this chapter, the following terms shall have the meanings as indicated, unless a different meaning clearly appears from the context:
BUSINESS UNIT
A parcel of real estate, with or without improvements located thereon, utilized by any person or persons for any activity carried on or experienced for gain or profit in the Borough.
DWELLING UNIT
One or more rooms used for living and sleeping purposes, arranged for occupancy by one family or by one or more persons.
LANDLORD
A lessor, or person who acts as legal agent for the lessor, of any parcel of real estate located in the Borough of Burgettstown, or a lessor, or person who acts as legal agent for the lessor, of any improvements on real estate or any building located in the Borough.
PERSON
Any individual, partnership, association, firm or corporation.
TENANT
A person who has the use, either by himself or with others, of a dwelling unit or a business unit owned by a person other than himself, for a period exceeding 30 days.