A. General Provisions. Privies are approved for the disposal of human wastes only where the use of the area is for a park, campground, or other recreational area.
B. Design and Construction Requirements. The vault privy is the only type of privy that can be used for the disposal of human wastes.
C. Construction. The vault privy shall be durable and constructed to facilitate satisfactory maintenance. The vault shall be fly-tight and rodent-proof at all times.
D. Watertight and Rodent-Proof. The vault privy must be watertight and a readily accessible cleanout shall be provided. The cleanout shall be so constructed to prevent the entrance of rodents, insects and surface water.
E. Construction Specifications. All privies used for the deposit of human wastes shall be constructed and maintained in accordance with the following:
1. Minimum Capacity. The vault shall provide a minimum capacity of 50 cubic feet per seat. The vault shall be constructed of materials and in such a manner as to be able to endure the anticipated load and use and to withstand the local environmental conditions without deteriorating. The vault shall be constructed such that there shall be access to the vault for pumping and cleaning purposes.
2. Floor and Seat Riser. The floor and seat riser shall be constructed of an impervious material and in a manner to exclude insects and rodents. The seat riser shall be constructed and bonded with the floor to prevent seepage through the riser onto the floor.
3. Seat Opening. The seat opening shall be covered with a hinged lid that forms a tight seal.
4. Vents. Each privy shall be provided with vents of at least 0.5 square foot area for each seat. The vault shall be vented to the outside through a vent which creates airflow out of the building, with a minimum cross-sectional area of 12 square inches. The vent opening shall be screened with 16 mesh screen to prevent the entry of flies and shall terminate through the roof.
(Ord. O-201711-51-031, passed 11-14-2017)