(A) This chapter regulates the storage, transportation and disposal of solid waste materials in the county. If a local requirement is more restrictive than the requirement found in this chapter, the local requirement will supersede the county requirement. This chapter has been adopted by the Board of Commissioners to protect the public’s health and prevent nuisance; to protect air and ground water resources; to minimize reliance upon land disposal capacity by promoting waste abatement such as recycling and composting; and to supplement and support the county’s and state’s controls over solid waste management activities.
(B) (1) This chapter establishes standards for the regulation of solid waste management activities and facilities in the county. This chapter requires that appropriate licenses be obtained from the county for the establishment and operation of solid waste management activities and facilities. This chapter is intended to support and promote the health, welfare and safety of the public pursuant to M.S. Chapters 115A, 145A, 375, 400 and 473, as they may be amended from time to time.
(2) This chapter incorporates and makes a part of its provisions previous amendments.
(C) These ordinances will be referenced as appropriate in this chapter.
(D) The county has the authority to adopt this chapter under M.S. § 145A.05, as it may be amended from time to time.
(Ord. 4C, passed 11-14-00)