This trash receptacle standards section applies to the following zoning districts: PR; AG; IA; M1; M2; MP; UV; IS; NC; LC; GC; OC; CB; HC; EP; IC; I1; I2; and HI. The intent of the trash receptacle standards section is to protect the health, safety and welfare of the residents of the zoning jurisdiction of the city by requiring outdoor trash receptacles to meet certain standards and to enhance the aesthetic environment of the city. The following standards apply.
(A) Project applicability.
(1) Generally. Any new outdoor trash receptacle, dumpster, compactor or similar container placed after the effective date of this unified development chapter shall be permitted if all of the standards in division (A)(2) below are met.
(2) Exemptions. Outdoor trash receptacles, dumpsters, compactors or similar containers temporarily placed (e.g., construction projects) shall be exempt from the standards in this section.
(B) Design.
(1) Screening.
(a) Outdoor trash receptacles, dumpsters, compactors or similar containers shall be screened on all sides by a fence or wall that is constructed with wood, brick or stone.
(b) Outdoor trash receptacles, dumpsters, compactors or similar containers shall be accessible by gates.
(c) The screening of outdoor trash receptacles, dumpsters, compactors or similar containers shall meet the location and setback requirements in fence and wall standards.
(2) Surface materials. Outdoor trash receptacles, dumpsters, compactors or similar containers shall be placed on a paved surface.
(C) Setbacks.
(1) Front yard. Trash receptacles shall not be located in a front yard.
(2) Side yard. Trash receptacles may project into a side yard setback for a primary structure by 50% of the minimum side yard setback.
(3) Rear yard. Trash receptacles may project into a rear yard setback for a primary structure by 50% of the minimum rear yard setback.
(D) Maintenance. All trash receptacles and screening associated with trash receptacles shall be properly maintained and kept in good condition.
(Ord. 10-2010, passed - -2010, § 5.94)