§ 3-162. Definitions.

Unless the contrary is stated or clearly appears from the context, the following definitions shall govern the construction of the words and phrases used in this Article:

A.

Chargeable Space. The term "chargeable space" shall mean all of the covered and enclosed space determined to be within the perimeter of a commercial, industrial, office or school structure, not including any parking structure. The determination of the chargeable space, to be expressed in the number of square feet, shall be made by the Building Division of the Development Services Department of the County, in accordance with the standard practice of the County.

B.

Development. The term "development" shall mean any project undertaken for the purpose of development, and includes a project involving the issuance of a permit for construction or reconstruction, but not a permit to operate.

C.

Dwelling Unit. The term "dwelling unit" shall mean any building or mobile home, or portion thereof, used or designed for use as a residence by an individual or any group of individuals living together as a family.

D.

More Intensive Use. The term "more intensive use" shall mean a land use on a particular parcel of real property or any part thereof which, as compared to the previous land use, involves: more residents, employees, students, occupants, participants or other persons onsite; the generation of more vehicular traffic to and from the site; or any condition or combination of conditions which create a greater need for trail, road and bridge, storm drainage, fire station or park facilities.

E.

North Chico Specific Plan. The term "North Chico Specific Plan" shall mean the North Chico Specific Plan, as adopted on March 28, 1995, together with any amendments or additions made thereto.

F.

North Chico Specific Plan Area. The term "North Chico Specific Plan Area" shall mean the unincorporated area of the County of Butte described approximately as that area north of Eaton Road, east of Highway 99, south of Keefer Road and west of the Chico Municipal Airport and more particularly depicted in Figure 3-1 of the North Chico Specific Plan.

(Ord. No. 3841, § 1, 12-10-2002)