Dumpster and recycling enclosures are required in multi-unit residence (except for townhouse developments), commercial, industrial and public districts and for non-residential development in residential and interim development districts.
1. Performance Standards.
A. Dumpsters, trash compactors and/or other such solid waste containers shall be stored in the enclosure at all times.
B. Enclosures, gates, doors, etc. shall be kept in good working condition at all times.
C. The area within and around the enclosure shall be kept in a clean condition at all times.
D. Gates shall remain closed at all times except when the dumpster, trash compactor and/or other such solid waste container is being serviced.
2. Design Standards.
A. Enclosures shall not be located in the required front or corner side yard area and should be located out of public view to the greatest degree possible.
B. Access to the enclosure shall remain unobstructed with a clear approach.
C. The area within the enclosure and apron shall be improved with a hard surfaced, all-weather dustless material.
D. Enclosure shall be a minimum of six feet in height but must be of sufficient height to effectively screen the view of dumpsters, trash compactors and/or other such solid waste containers.
E. Enclosures shall be constructed of split faced block, decorative stone or brick to match the principle building to the maximum extent possible.
F. For multiple-unit residence developments utilizing a dumpster, there shall be an accessible pedestrian entrance. See figure 169.03-A.
G. Gates shall not open onto sidewalks, parking spaces or a right-of-way.
H. The exterior face of gates shall be metal or wood. Non-solid gates shall be a minimum 90% opaque. Gate supports shall be metal with the appropriate diameter to support the gate(s). Hardware must be of sufficient strength to accommodate repetitive swinging.
Figure 169.03
(Ord. 2022-20 – Aug. 22 Supp.)