(A) Garbage containers shall be made of durable, water-tight, rust-resistant material having a fly-tight lid and handles to facilitate collection.
(B) Refuse containers shall be made of durable water-tight, rust-resistant material having a fly-tight lid and handles to facilitate collection or if plastic bags are used, they shall be of heavy duty construction and securely tied.
(C) Refuse and garbage containers for a residence shall not be less than ten (10) gallons, nor more than ninety (90) gallons in capacity. There shall be no more than three containers set out for any residential property at anytime.
(D) It shall be unlawful to permit the accumulation of residue of liquids, solids, or a combination of such material on the bottom or sides of containers, it being the intention of this provision that the interior of containers shall be kept clean by thorough rinsing and draining as often as necessary.
(E) Paper or wooden boxes maybe used as containers for rubbish, provided such boxes when filled do not exceed thirty-two (32) pounds in weight. Large stones and hot ashes will not be collected.
(F) Large containers to be handled by special equipment may be used if the contract collection has equipment to handle such containers. The containers must have fly-tight lids, and be placed on the premises where the collector has ready access.
(Ord. 2017-15, passed 8-1-17)