Household solid waste shall be stored in storage containers of not less than ten gallons nor more than 35 gallons in nominal capacity. Storage containers shall be leak proof, waterproof, and fitted with a fly-tight lid and shall be properly covered at all times, except when depositing waste therein or removing the contents thereof. The containers shall have handles, bails, or other suitable lifting devices or features. Containers shall be of a type originally manufactured for residential solid waste, with tapered sides for easy emptying. They shall be of light weight and sturdy construction. The weight of any individual storage containers and contents shall not exceed 75 pounds. Galvanized metal containers, or rubber, fiberglass, plastic, or vinyl containers, which do not become brittle in cold weather may be used. Disposable solid waste containers within suitable frames, wire bag holders, or other storage containers may also be used for storage of residential solid waste, subject to approval of the Director.
(Ord. 2017-06, passed 9-11-2017)