§ 24-1. Definitions.

(a) Homeless.

A person shall be considered homeless if:

(1) the person has no present possessory interest in a living accommodation and lacks the means necessary to obtain such interest; or

(2) the person has a possessory interest in a living accommodation but:

(i) the person is unable to secure entry to that accommodation; or

(ii) occupation of the accommodation would likely lead to violence from another occupant.

(b) Adequate shelter.

Adequate shelter is that which to a reasonable degree maintains, protects, and supports human health, is accessible, safe, and sanitary, and has an atmosphere of reasonable dignity.