§ 62-4. Standards for storage of refuse during intervals between collections.

The open storage of refuse during the interval between collections shall conform to the following requirements:

(1)

Refuse shall be stored in non-disposable refuse containers, which shall be securely covered at all times, while not in actual use, with tight fitting covers.

(2)

Refuse containers shall be so constructed and maintained as to prevent the dispersal of refuse placed therein upon the premises served, upon adjacent premises, or upon adjacent public rights-of-way.

(3)

Refuse containers shall be continuously maintained in a clean, neat and sanitary condition, free of structural defects.

(4)

Refuse containers shall be repaired or replaced from time to time when any such container shall no longer meet the requirements of this article or the rules and regulations adopted hereunder.

(5)

The adequacy and sufficiency of refuse containers shall be determined with reference to their physical properties, as being capable of containing and storing refuse in a safe and sanitary manner related to their particular use, the quality and quantity of the refuse to be stored therein, the frequency of their collection and use, and the type and extent of handling required to store refuse therein and to dispose of the refuse stored therein.

(6)

Notwithstanding anything herein to the contrary, the storage of refuse in any refuse container issued or made available to any dwelling unit by the city, whether for recycling purposes or otherwise, shall be deemed to meet the standards required by this section provided such refuse container is used in its intended manner and is maintained in a clean, neat and sanitary condition, free of structural defects.

(7)

Notwithstanding anything herein to the contrary, the requirement to store refuse in a refuse container prior to collection shall not apply to bulky items not readily capable of being stored in such a manner or to leaves and brush. Leaves and brush may be stored outside an eligible dwelling unit prior to being placed curbside provided they are bundled or packaged in compliance with the standards established by the director pursuant to section 62-45 and are stored in a location approved for the storage of refuse containers as set forth in section 62-6(a).

(8)

It is a violation of this section for any occupant of any dwelling unit to cause, permit or allow any condition or conduct prohibited by this section. It is a violation of this section for any person to do or cause to be done any act prohibited by this section.

(Ord. No. 090053, § 1, 2-12-09)