For the purpose of this subchapter the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
"EXCESSIVE GROWTH." Weeds or grass in excess of 15 inches which shall constitute a public nuisance. This definition shall not apply to farm land, growth on land that is more than 300 feet from a city street, state highway, or federal highway. The City Administrator is authorized to exempt any other property from this definition that will not detract from the beautification of the city and which will not create a public nuisance, health hazard, or source of filth to develop thereon. Any such permit issued by the City Administrator shall be made only upon written application by the owner of the property or his authorized agent and shall be for such period of time as the City Administrator, in his discretion, shall deem appropriate.
"RUBBISH." All sweepings; cleaning; trash; refuse; litter; garbage; industrial and domestic wastes; organic wastes; residue of animals sold as meat, fruit or other vegetable matter from kitchens, dining rooms, markets, or places dealing in the handling of meats, fowl, fruit, grain, or vegetables; offal; animal excretes; the carcasses of animals; tree or shrub trimmings; dirt, wood, stone, brick, plaster, or materials resulting from the demolition, alterations, or construction of buildings or structures; accumulated waste materials; or substances which may become nuisances.
(Ord. 87-30, passed 8-17-87)