(1) Removal.
(a) Motor vehicles not currently licensed by the state, or that because of mechanical deficiency are incapable of movement under their own power, parked or stored outside for a period in excess of 30 days, shall be disposed of within 30 days of notification by the city.
(b) All materials stored outside in violation of city code provisions are considered refuse or junk and shall be disposed of within 30 days of notification by the city.
(2) Location and screening.
(a) Single family detached dwellings, two family dwellings, and all other residential buildings with four or less units. Garbage cans, waste containers and recycling bins shall be kept in a garage, an accessory building, or rear or side yards.
(b) Commercial, industrial, institutional, and residential buildings with more than four units.
1. All refuse, recyclable materials, and necessary handling equipment including but not limited to garbage cans, recycling bins, and dumpsters shall be stored within the principal building, within an accessory building, or within an enclosure. This section shall not apply to public parks.
2. Enclosures. Outdoor storage of refuse and recyclable material shall require the following:
a. Exterior wall or fence treatment shall be similar and/or complement the principal building.
b. The enclosure shall be located in the rear or side yard and shall comply with all applicable accessory structure setback requirements and easements.
c. The enclosure shall be in an accessible location for pick up hauling vehicles.
d. The enclosure shall be fully screened by a fence or wall of at least six feet in height and has a minimum opaqueness of at least 80%.
e. All dumpsters, recycling bins, handling equipment, and enclosures shall be approved by the Zoning Administrator and be kept in a good state of repair with lids designed to prevent spilling and spread of debris and access by animals.