§ 26-45. 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:

Amplified means any music, sound or other noise which utilizes electronic equipment that increases the strength of electrical signals passing through it by use of electronically powered microphones, speakers, or bullhorns.

Application means an entertainment license application, the form of which shall be provided by the City to all persons required to obtain a license pursuant to this article.

Downtown Revitalization Zone means the Downtown Revitalization Zone (DRZ) as defined in the City of Danbury Zoning Regulations.   

Entertainment means live or pre-recorded amplified musical performances, and dancing to live or pre-recorded amplified music or song, either by patrons or by performers for the benefit of an audience of two (2) or more persons.

Establishment means any existing or proposed place of business located in the DRZ which is open to the public or a private club, with or without the requirement of an admission fee, providing amplified entertainment as specified herein, including cafes, restaurants, taverns, dance halls, clubs, and other uses as specified in the City of Danbury Zoning Regulations which offer entertainment activities.

Licensee means the owner, operator or permittee, as designated by the State, of the establishment, whether owned or leased by the licensee, who applies for and executes the entertainment license application. If the owner or operator is different from the licensee, the owner and/or operator shall also execute and agree to be bound by the representations contained in the application and by the terms of this article, and shall be considered a licensee in addition to the permittee.

UNIT means the City of Danbury Unified Neighborhood Inspection Team whose members are or may hereafter be appointed by the Mayor.

(Ord. No. 720, § 11-6(c), 12-4-2012)