§ 11.30.020. Definitions

For the purposes of this chapter, the following words, phrases and terms as used in this chapter shall have the following meaning ascribed to them, unless a different meaning clearly appears from the context. Unless specifically defined in this section, words, phrases and terms as used in this chapter shall be interpreted so as to give them the meaning they have in common usage and to give this chapter its most reasonable application.

(a) "Approving Authority" means the joint agreement of the fire chief and public works director of the city of Selah, or their appointee. In the event that joint agreement is not possible, the city administrator shall be designated as the approving authority.

(b) "Fire Department" means the Selah fire department.

(c) "Fire Flow" means the amount of water required to extinguish a fire at a specific building or within a specific area as determined by the most updated version in use by the fire department, of the "Guide for Determination of Required Fire Flow," as published by the Insurance Service Office. For reference purposes, the initial I.S.O. Guide utilized for the purpose of this chapter has a publication date of December, 1974.

(d) "Flush-type hydrant" means a hydrant installed entirely below grade.

(e) "Hydrant" shall mean an approved fire hydrant situated and maintained on public right-of-way, or easement, to provide water for fire extinguishment without restriction as to use for this purpose. The location is such that it is accessible for immediate use of the fire department at all times.

(Ord. 802 § 1 (part), 1983.)

(Ord. No. 1879, § 1, 5-8-12)