A. Open Burning: No person shall cause or allow the burning of any refuse in any chamber or apparatus, unless such chamber or apparatus is designed for the purpose of disposing of the class of refuse being burned. Open burning of yard waste is permitted only:
1. On the premises on which such waste is generated; and
2. When atmospheric conditions will readily dissipate contaminants; and
3. If such burning does not create a visibility hazard on roadways, railroad tracks or air fields.
B. Composting:
1. Composting yard wastes shall be permitted, subject to the following specifications:
a. Shall not exceed five feet (5') cubed (125 cubic feet) in volume.
b. Shall be in an appropriate container constructed of wood, wire, metal or plastic.
c. May be in a stationary or rotating unit.
d. Shall be located in the back yard, or side yard if no back yard exists, and shall be screened or fenced so that it is not readily visible off the lot.
e. Shall not be placed within fifteen feet (15') from any lot line, or in no event closer than one-third (1/3) the dimension of the lot to lot line.
f. Shall not be allowed to become a "nuisance" or to attract rodents, or to otherwise become a health or safety hazard.
g. Shall otherwise comply with all requirements of this code as now or hereafter amended.
2. All compost not ready for use shall be contained in a "holding unit" or "container" as described as above. In no event shall yard wastes be used or permitted to be used as or for grading or fill materials on any lot or property within the city. (Ord. 04-1204, 12-6-2004)