A. 
Unless specifically defined below, words or phrases used in this chapter shall be interpreted so as to give them the meaning that they have in common usage and to give this chapter its most reasonable application.
B. 
For the purposes of interpreting the words and phrases used in this chapter, "and" includes "or" and vice versa; the singular includes the plural form and vice versa; the masculine includes the feminine and vice versa; and the past tense of verbs includes the present tense and vice versa.
C. 
Unless otherwise provided by statute, the following terms, whenever used in this chapter, shall have the following respective meanings for the purposes of this chapter unless a different meaning clearly appears from the context:
ABANDONED PROPERTY
As defined in N.J.S.A. 55:19-81.
BUILDING
Any building, or structure, or part thereof, whether used for human habitation or otherwise, and includes any outbuildings, and appurtenances belonging thereto or usually enjoyed therewith.
GOVERNING BODY
The North Wildwood City Council.
OWNER
The holder or holders of title in fee simple.
PARTIES IN INTEREST
All individuals, associations, corporations or other entities who have interest of record in a building and any who are an actual possession thereof.
PUBLIC AUTHORITY
Any housing authority or any officer who is in charge of any department or branch of the government of the municipality, county or state relating to health, fire, building regulations, or to other activities concerning buildings in the municipality.
PUBLIC OFFICER
Any of the following: the North Wildwood Construction Official, the North Wildwood Chief of Police and the North Wildwood Fire Chief.