101-2-10 I Definitions Impact

fees. The term "impact fees" means a payment of money imposed upon new development activity as a condition of development approval in order to offset the financial burden for off-site impacts such as schools, provision of services, or infrastructure. (The term "impact fee" does not mean a tax, a special assessment, a building permit fee, a hookup fee, a fee for project improvements, or other reasonable permit or application fee.) Important wildlife habitat. The term "important wildlife habitat" means the land and water base necessary to ensure the long-term survival of wildlife populations. Independent living facility. The term "independent living facility" means specially planned, designed and managed multi-unit housing with self-contained living units. A retirement community for senior citizens, age 55 or older, designed to provide supportive environments, but also to accommodate an independent lifestyle. A limited number of support services, such as meals, laundry, housekeeping, transportation and social/recreational activities, may be provided; however, no medical services are provided. Inoperable or abandoned vehicle. The term "inoperable or abandoned vehicle" means any motor vehicle or trailer not currently registered and licensed in this state or another state; or any motor vehicle or trailer that cannot be operated in its existing condition because the parts necessary for safe and lawful operation, such as tires, windshield, engine, drive train, driver's seat, steering wheel or column, or gas or brake pedals are removed, destroyed, damaged, deteriorated, or nonconforming.