§ 90-131. Definitions.

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:

Channel means that portion of the river or other waterway that is marked or buoyed as such; if not specifically marked or buoyed, the term is defined as meaning a space equal to 20 percent of the average width of the river, tributary, stream that furnishes the deepest water at mean low water.

Dockmaster means the dockmaster of the city. The dockmaster shall also be known as the harbormaster and shall have all rights, powers and duties as provided under the laws of the state and ordinances of the city.

Floating home means any water-borne structure designed for use primarily as a dwelling.

Municipal dock, wharf or pier means artificial construction erected on the shore, which may extend over and into the waterway, that is normally used for the purpose of facilitating fishing and for loading or unloading vessels and shall include seawalls owned by the city. Municipal docks, wharves and piers shall not include the municipal property and docks presently under lease to Sea Harvest, Inc.

Vessel means every description of watercraft and airboats, other than seaplanes, on the water used or capable of being used as a means of transportation on water.

Waterway is synonymous with "navigable waters."

(Code 1975, § 9-1.2)

Cross reference

Definitions generally, § 1-2.