The definitions of the terms used in this chapter
shall be the same as they appear in N.J.S.A. 40:48-2.4, as may be
amended from time to time, and are as follows:
BUILDING
Any building or structure, or part thereof, whether used
for human habitation or otherwise, and includes any outhouse and appurtenances
belonging thereto or usually enjoyed therewith.
GOVERNING BODY
The Mayor and Borough Council of the Borough of South River.
OWNER
The holder or holders of the title in fee simple.
PARTIES IN INTEREST
All individuals, associations and corporations who have interests
of record in a building and any who are in 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
The officer, officers, board or body who is authorized by
this chapter to exercise the powers prescribed herein and by N.J.S.A.
40:48-3 et seq. The public officer authorized to enforce this chapter
and exercise the powers herein shall be a Public Officer Board comprised
of those officers in charge of any department or branch of the government
of the Borough relating to health, fire, building regulations or to
other activities concerning buildings in the Borough. The Business
Administrator, Chief of Police, Borough Attorney and Borough Engineer
shall serve in an advisory capacity to the Public Officer Board which
shall meet at least six times annually and report to the Mayor and
Council every six months. The Board shall identify and monitor abandoned
and unfit buildings, unabated violations, the status of notices of
violation, placement of liens, imposition of penalties and municipal
court proceedings.