§ 15.10.070. Garbage cans and refuse containers.

A.

All garbage cans and refuse containers shall be rodentproof, insectproof, watertight, structurally strong to withstand handling stress, and easily filled, emptied and cleaned; shall be provided with tightfitting covers or similar closures; and shall be maintained at all times in a clean, sanitary condition.

1.

Plastic bags shall not be used without the container for on-site storage of garbage or refuse unless the bags:

a.

Are leak proof and durable in quality;

b.

Contain no rips, tears or holes;

c.

Weigh no more than 35 pounds; and

d.

When offered for collection, shall be securely fastened at the top.

2.

Except for plastic bags containing only rubbish, plastic bags containing garbage or refuse shall not be outside of containers more than 12 hours prior to scheduled pick up or hauling to an appropriate disposal site, transfer station or landfill.

B.

Garbage and refuse containers as well as bulk storage containers shall be placed or stored in a manner to prevent the occurrence of spillage and littering and in the manner required by applicable provisions of this title, title 26 or state law relative to interim solid waste storage and solid waste collection. Where inconsistent, the more restrictive provision controls.

C.

All bulk storage containers shall have tightfitting lids in good working condition.

D.

The total capacity of all provided garbage and/or refuse cans and bulk storage containers shall be sufficient to meet the reasonable ordinary household needs of the occupants of the dwelling.

( AO No. 2016-76(S), § 6, 7-12-16 )