1389.03 DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS.

   (a)   One or more downspouts in the rear or side of a residential dwelling may be directed into an approved rain barrel or other structural container with a maximum capacity of 80 gallons.

   (b)   Such storage containers or rain barrels must be placed at least 3 feet away from the property line and may not be placed in the front of a home.

   (c)   Rain barrels must be of a solid color- green, white, blue, and earth tone colors are all acceptable colors. When possible the color choice shall substantially blend with the exterior color of the structure and nearby surroundings. Color choice shall take into consideration the view from the road right-of-way so as to make the rain barrel as inconspicuous as possible. Whenever practicable, rain barrels located in sideyard areas that are visible from the street shall be screened by plantings of sufficient height and area to obscure the view of the barrel.

   (d)   The overflow from such devices must be directed away from the dwelling's foundation, must not cause excessive erosion or water damage, and must be diverted into the public storm sewer or other approved location.

(Ord. 2010-33. Passed 8-16-10.)