§ 10-31. Definitions.

(a)

The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this article, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:

Amplified means an increase in the strength, amount of, or loudness of a device.

Amplified sound means the using or operating for any purpose, or permitting the operation or use for any purpose, any amplification system or any amplified radio, phonograph, tape player, television set, musical instrument, drum or similar device which is amplified.

Annual outdoor entertainment event means more than one outdoor entertainment event, which occurs on the same site, more than one time during a calendar year, and which contains outdoor entertainment events similar in nature, with infrequent changes in detail.

Applicant means any person that applies for a permit issued pursuant to this article.

Artificial lighting means any source of temporary, fixed or movable light emanating from a manmade device, including, but not limited to, incandescent mercury vapor, metal halide, or sodium lamps, spotlights, streetlights, construction security lights or lights which illuminate signs. This definition shall not include hand held or vehicular lighting.

Building means any structure with an impervious roof built for the support, shelter or enclosure of persons, animals, chattels or property of any kind which has completely enclosed walls around its perimeter.

Code means the Code of Ordinances, County of Volusia, including the Volusia County Land Development Code and Zoning Ordinance of Volusia County, Florida.

Directly illuminate means illuminating as a result of the glowing element(s), lamp(s), globe(s), or reflector(s) of an artificial light source which is visible to a person who is in a standing position.

Dwelling means any building or portion thereof designed, occupied or intended for occupancy as a complete, independent living facility for the exclusive use of one family, including permanent full provisions for sleeping, eating, cooking and sanitation.

Entertainment means any public performance, musical rendition, concert, contest, rally, play, dance, song, or comedic presentation, or any combination thereof, performed by one or more persons, whether or not those persons are compensated for said performance.

Fixture means the device that holds, protects, and provides the optical system and power connections for a lamp.

Indirectly illuminate means illuminating as a result of the glowing element(s), lamp(s), globe(s), or reflector(s) of an artificial light source which is not visible to a person who is in a standing position.

Outdoor amplified sound equipment means any device which creates amplified sound and is: (i) affixed or attached to the exterior of the structure; (ii) set in or near a window or other opening, such that the sound is directed away from the enclosed structure or toward any outside areas of the property on which the equipment is located; or (iii) located within an outdoor seating area.

Outdoor entertainment event means any activity designed to attract 500 or more persons per day, for one or more days, for the purpose of listening to, viewing, and/or participating in outdoor entertainment conducted in open spaces, outside of an enclosed building.

Outdoor seating area is a sitting area with or without a solid roof cover that is enclosed on three sides or less by walls.

Permittee means any person that has been issued a permit pursuant to this article.

Person means any natural person, individual, owner, operator, public or private corporation, firm, association, joint venture, partnership, or any other entity whatsoever, or combination thereof, of whatever kind.

Single outdoor entertainment event means an outdoor entertainment event that occurs one time during a calendar year, over a period of consecutive days.

Temporary structure means any structure that can be readily and completely dismantled and removed from the site between periods of actual use, including, but not limited to, tents.

Tent means a collapsible structure of fabric, including but not limited to canvas, nylon and vinyl, stretched and sustained by poles or other temporary means of support. The term "tent" shall include collapsible structures of fabric with or without enclosed sides.

Zoning enforcement official means the building and zoning director of the county or his/her duly authorized representative.

(b)

Webster's New Collegiate Dictionary (G & C Merriam Co. most recent edition) shall be used for the definition of any words not defined in this section.

(Ord. No. 94-3, § III, 3-24-94; Ord. No. 02-12, § II, 8-15-02; Ord. No. 2007-06, § I, 6-7-07)

Cross reference

Definitions and rules of construction generally, § 1-2.