Section 761.120.1. Definitions.

The definitions in Iowa Code section 306C.10 apply to this chapter. In addition:

“Interchange” means the entire area constructed for the junction of two or more roads or streets by a system of separate levels that permit traffic to pass from one to another without crossing traffic streams. This definition includes all acceleration and deceleration lanes constructed to accommodate this movement of traffic.

“Lease” means an oral or written agreement by which possession or use of land or interests therein are given by the owner or other person to another person for a specified purpose.

“Parkland” means any public land that is designated or used as a public park, recreation area, wildlife management area, wildlife or waterfowl refuge or historic site.

“Private directional signs” means signs containing directional information about public places owned or operated by federal, state or local governments or their agencies; publicly or privately owned natural phenomena or historical, cultural, scientific, educational or religious sites; or publicly or privately owned areas of natural scenic beauty or naturally suited for outdoor recreation. This definition includes sites set aside as refuges for the preservation of species on the federal or state endangered species list. “Private directional signs” pertains only to signs erected on private property.

“Scenic area” means any area of particular scenic beauty or historical significance, as determined by the federal, state, or local officials having jurisdiction over the area. “Scenic area” includes real property interests that have been acquired for the restoration, preservation and enhancement of scenic beauty.

[ARC 1203C, IAB 12/11/13, effective 1/15/14]