For the purpose of this subchapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
GARBAGE. All putrescible wastes, including animal offal and carcasses of dead animals, but excluding human excreta, sewage and other water-carried wastes.
HOUSEHOLD RECYCLABLE MATERIALS. Materials segregated from the mixed municipal solid waste stream for the purposes of recycling or reclamation including paper, cardboard, glass, metals and plastics and other specifically allowed items, but not to include items considered household hazardous wastes.
OTHER REFUSE. Ashes, glass, crockery, tin cans, grass cuttings, leaves, boxes, waste paper, rags, old clothing and all similar non-putrescible wastes, but does not include trees, tree trimmings, brush, wood and other materials such as earth, sand, gravel, brick, stone, plaster or other similar substances that may accumulate as a result of construction operations.
VEHICLE. Each and every conveyance of any type, that will be used directly or indirectly in the collection, hauling and disposal of garbage or other refuse.
(1992 Code, § 450:00)