(a) Definitions. As used in this section:
(1) “Dumpster” shall mean any temporary bulk container or “Bagster” or comparable bagged dumpster, placed for use as a depository for refuse, trash, garbage, construction materials or debris. Long-term dumpsters used for multi-family residences shall comply with all applicable screening requirements of the Codified Ordinances of the City of Euclid.
(2) “Temporary portable storage unit(s)” shall mean any container, storage unit, shed-like container or other portable structure that can or is used for the storage of personal property of any kind and which is located for such purposes outside an enclosed building for a temporary period of time until the portable storage unit is moved to an off-site location.
(b) Usage, Frequency and Duration.
(1) Usage of portable storage unit. A portable storage unit may be used for holding property when work in a structure may require for property to be placed elsewhere; or for loading or unloading property when moving to or from a structure.
(2) Usage of dumpsters/bagged dumpsters. A dumpster/bagged dumpster may be used for holding refuse, garbage, construction materials or debris when work in a structure may require a place to throwaway large amounts of waste; or for holding waste when moving to or from a structure.
(3) Frequency and duration. An “event” shall consist of the delivery and pick-up of the portable storage unit, dumpster/bagged dumpster or multiple deliveries and pick-ups within 30 days. The user shall complete and submit an application to the Building and Housing Department and obtain a permit indicating date that the portable storage unit or dumpster/ bagged dumpster will be delivered and the “event” shall commence on delivery date. Temporary portable storage units and dumpsters/bagged dumpsters may not exceed the following durations of stay:
A. In any of the Residential Zoning Use Districts, events shall be at a maximum of 30 calendar days per event with a maximum of four events per structure per twelve month period. There shall be at least one month in between each event.
B. Exception. In residential zoning use districts, the Building and Housing Department may approve an event lasting more than the maximum of 30 calendar days described above, provided a permit for construction or rehabilitation exists on the subject property. Any party aggrieved by this discretionary extension or refusal to extend may appeal to the Planning and Zoning Commission to reverse or modify the decision.
(c) Placement. Portable storage units and dumpsters/bagged dumpsters are prohibited from being placed in streets. Portable storage units and dumpsters/bagged dumpsters must be kept in the driveway, rear or side yard a minimum of ten feet away from any adjacent house where practical.
(d) Responsibilities of Vendors and Users. The vendor of the temporary portable storage unit and/or dumpster/bagged dumpsters shall be responsible to ensure that the portable storage unit is in good condition, free from evidence of deterioration, weathering, discoloration, rust, ripping, tearing or other holes or breaks. When not in use the portable storage unit shall be kept locked. Dumpster lids and doors shall be kept tightly and completely closed when not in use. “Bagsters” or comparable bagged dumpster must be covered with a tarp. The user is responsible to ensure no hazardous substances are stored or kept within a portable storage unit and/or dumpster. The area surrounding the dumpster shall be kept clean and free of loose debris. The City shall require the user to provide adequate screening or tarp to be placed on the dumpster to contain dust and debris in the event of a complaint. The vendor shall indicate their name and contact telephone number on the temporary portable storage unit and/or dumpster.
(e) Relationship to Other Laws. Nothing in this chapter shall be deemed to limit the City in any way to use any or all other means available to remove the nuisance, or summarily eliminate immediate hazards to the public health, safety or welfare as granted in any ordinances of the City of Euclid or the laws or Constitution of the State of Ohio.
(Ord. 228-2007. Passed 11-19-07; Ord. 109-2016. Passed 9-19-16; Ord. 129-2017. Passed 11-20-17.)