§ 91.46 OWNERS DUTY TO MAINTAIN COMPOST AND YARD WASTE.

   (A)   No person shall create or maintain a compost/yard waste pile in such a manner that it:

      (1)   Becomes a place of harborage, breeding, or infestation for insects, rodents, or other vermin;

      (2)   Produces offensive or noxious odors that may be detected from off the premises;

      (3)   Causes any form of surface or ground water pollution or attracts animals;

      (4)   Is located within the limits of a front yard;

      (5)   Creates a health, safety, or fire hazard; or

      (6)   Is located closer than 25 feet of the dwelling of another.

   (B)   All compost/yard waste piles shall be enclosed within a privacy fence or hedge sufficient in height and density to screen said pile from the view of one standing on any adjoining property at ground level.

(2010 Code, § 92A.02) Penalty, see § 91.99