As used in this chapter, the following words and phrases shall
have the meanings ascribed to them in this section:
ALARM SYSTEMS
Any device designed for the detection of an unauthorized
entry on the premises or for alerting others of the commission of
an unlawful act, or both, or for the detection of a fire, and when
actuated, gives a signal, visual and/or audible, or transmits or causes
to be transmitted a signal.
COMMERCIAL BUILDING
All structures whose primary use is not as a dwelling and
more than 50% of the floor space is not used as a dwelling.
FALSE ALARM
A signal from an alarm system, a telephone call to or other
contact with a fire or police department, resulting in response by
the department when an emergency situation does not exist.
PERSON
Any individual, partnership, corporation or other entity.
RESIDENTIAL ALARM SYSTEM
A system that gives a signal either visual, audible or by
electronic means, either within the immediate area of the structure
or to a remote or central receiving station other than directly to
the Police Department console.
It is understood that, by a request for application or permit
and by the subsequent issuance thereof, the Village shall be relieved
of all liability as a result of any action arising from the installation
of or operation of or response to any alarm system in the Village;
and, further, the Chief of Police of the Village shall also be relieved
of any liability resulting from the lawful disconnection of any alarm
system in the Village.
Any person who shall violate this chapter shall, upon conviction
thereof, forfeit not less than $100 nor more than $300 together with
the costs of prosecution. Each day a violation exists or continues
shall constitute a separate offense.