19.20.02 Definitions
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For the purpose of interpreting this Chapter and to comply with Utah Code regarding IADUs, the following definitions shall apply to the construction of an IADU.
1. “Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)” means an “Accessory Dwelling Unit” as defined in Utah Code §10-21-101.
2. “Detached Accessory Dwelling Unit (DADU)” means a “Detached Accessory Dwelling Unit” as defined in Utah Code §10-21-101.
3. “Internal Accessory Dwelling Unit (IADU)” means a residential unit that is located on the same lot as a detached single-family dwelling unit and is internal or attached to a detached single-family dwelling.
4. “Owns” means possessing at least fifty percent ownership in a dwelling as shown by a recorded deed and Utah County records and includes ownership as trustors or beneficiaries of a family trust that possesses fee title ownership of the dwelling.
5. “Owner Occupant” means an individual who owns and occupies the dwelling unit of IADU with a bona fide intent to make it his or her primary residence.
6. “Primary Dwelling” means a single-family dwelling that is detached and occupied as the primary residence of the Owner Occupant. A dwelling with an IADU shall be considered to be a “Dwelling, Single-Family” as defined in Chapter 19.02 of the Land Development Code. A primary dwelling includes the garage if the garage is habitable space connected to the dwelling by a common wall.