§ 13-85. Definitions.

Aquaponics means the integration of aquaculture with hydroponics, in which the waste products from fish are treated and then used to fertilize hydroponically growing plants.

Composting means relatively stable decomposed organic matter for use in agricultural and other growing practices, usually consisting of materials such as grass, leaves, yard waste, worms, and raw and uncooked kitchen food wastes, but specifically excluding bones, meat, fat, grease, oil, raw manure, and milk products.

Green house means a building or structure whose roof and sides are made largely of glass or other transparent or translucent material and in which the temperature and humidity can be regulated for the cultivation of plants. A green house may or may not be a permanent structure.

Hoophouse or high tunnel means an unheated structure whose roof and sides are made largely transparent or translucent material (not glass) for the purpose of the cultivation of plants.

Hydroponics means a method of growing plants without soil, using mineral nutrient solutions or water, or in an inert medium such as perlite, gravel, or mineral wool.

(Ord. No. 2017-O-045, § 1, 4-20-17)