As used in this chapter, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise:

Terms Used In Washington Code 70A.20.020

  • Corporation: A legal entity owned by the holders of shares of stock that have been issued, and that can own, receive, and transfer property, and carry on business in its own name.
  • Department: means the department of ecology. See Washington Code 70A.20.020
  • Director: means director of the department of ecology. See Washington Code 70A.20.020
  • Partnership: A voluntary contract between two or more persons to pool some or all of their assets into a business, with the agreement that there will be a proportional sharing of profits and losses.
(1) “Department” means the department of ecology.
(2) “Director” means director of the department of ecology.
(3) “Local government” means county or city government or any combination of the two.
(4) “Noise” means the intensity, duration and character of sounds from any and all sources.
(5) “Person” means any individual, corporation, partnership, association, governmental body, state, or other entity whatsoever.
[ 1974 ex.s. c 183 § 2. Formerly RCW 70.107.020.]