"Recycling containers and drop boxes" are defined as containers that are used for all types of recyclable materials, such as, plastics, paper, aluminum, clothes, shoes, books, etc.
A. Requirements:
1. Recycling containers and drop boxes are to be on a separate paved surface not designated as a parking space, sidewalk or walkway.
2. Adequate space must be provided for loading and unloading of vehicles.
3. If placed in the front yard area, the containers or boxes must be screened from public view.
4. No more than two (2) containers or combination of containers are allowed.
5. No materials or articles are permitted to be stored outside the container. The area around the container shall be kept clean and free from trash and debris.
6. No flammable or hazardous materials or perishable items should be placed or kept in any container.
7. The container shall be freshly painted and no rust be allowed to show.
8. A permit and detailed site plan is required. The fee for such permit is fifty dollars ($50.00) for the first container and twenty five dollars ($25.00) for each additional container.
9. The property owner of property where containers are set is responsible and liable for conformance to regulations.
B. Existing Containers: All recycling containers that are used for bulk collection of recyclable materials (plastics, paper and aluminum, glass, etc.) that exist prior to the date of approval are grandfathered in. If they are moved they must conform to new regulations.
C. Residential Districts: Containers are prohibited in all residential zoning districts with the exception of schools and churches. (Ord. 2012-30, 8-28-2012; amd. Ord. 2020-20, 8-11-2020)