(a) Franchise Permit Required. The collection, removal and disposal of refuse, inclusive of garbage, from houses, buildings, yards and lots within the City shall be made only by collectors who have applied for and received a franchise permit for such activities from the City.
(b) Franchise Permit Fee. For each permit granted for the collection of refuse, inclusive of garbage, the City Clerk shall assess a fee under the terms and conditions as set forth in Article 1131.06(e) above.
(c) Equipment. Persons granted permission to collect refuse, inclusive of garbage, in the City shall be equipped with a sanitary vehicle, approved by the City Manager.
(d) Exceptions. The provisions of this section shall not apply to any person who, upon his own premises, shall lawfully conduct any activity in disposing of refuse or rubbish that is not prohibited under the law of West Virginia, and specifically regulations established by the West Virginia Department of Natural Resources.
(Passed 8-19-96.)