This article provides definitions of the technical and other terms and phrases used in Title 25 (Zoning) as a means of providing consistency in its interpretation. Where any definition in this article may conflict with definitions in other titles of the Municipal Code, these definitions shall prevail for the purposes of this Zoning Code, except as may otherwise be specified. If a word is not defined in this chapter or in other provisions of the Municipal Code, the most common dictionary definition is presumed to be correct.
(Ord. 2000, 2021; Ord. 2046, 3/2/2026)
This article is subdivided into the following chapters:
A. 
Chapter 25.106 (Land Use Definitions) applies to land uses and activities identified in Tables 25.10-1 (Residential Zoning Districts Use Regulations), 25.12-1 (Commercial and Industrial Zoning Districts Use Regulations), 25.14-1 (Mixed-Use Zoning Districts Use Regulations), 25.16-1 (Downtown Zoning Districts Use Regulations), and 25.18-1 (Public/Institutional, Parks and Recreation, and Tidal Plan/Bay Zoning Districts Use Regulations).
B. 
Chapter 25.108 (General Definitions) applies to all other terms used in Title 25.
(Ord. 2000, 2021; Ord. 2046, 3/2/2026)