For the purposes of this chapter, the following terms have the following meanings:
   I. ""Building'' includes any structure or part of a structure.
   II. ""Hazardous building'' means any building which, because of inadequate maintenance, dilapidation, physical damage, unsanitary condition, or abandonment, constitutes a fire hazard or a hazard to public safety or health.
   III. ""Governing body'' means the city council or the selectmen of a town.
Source. 1967, 334:1, eff. Sept. 1, 1967.