(A) All exterior trash receptors or storage containers or loose refuse and exterior storage shall be screened from public view with an approved designed screen or enclosure structure.
(B) Design of a proposed screen or enclosure shall be submitted to the Planning and Zoning Commission for approval and shall contain the following information:
(1) Drawing format minimum 11 inches by 17 inches;
(2) Minimum scale one-eighth inch equals one foot;
(3) Plan view and four elevations;
(4) Dimensioned completely; and
(5) List of materials to be used in the construction of the screen, or enclosure.
(C) The design shall encompass the following design criteria:
(1) Height, width and length of enclosure or screen shall be designed to physically screen the view of the receptor and storage area from adjoining sidewalk, street or road, and from residential viewing angles;
(2) The material used in construction shall be durable and weather-resistant;
(3) Colors of screen or enclosures shall be compatible with the main building and not of color or finish to draw attention;
(4) Screen or enclosure shall have a lockable gate or gates to secure from scavengers or public access; and
(5) Location of trash/refuse enclosure shall be selected for ease of depositing and pickup but shall not be located at front of the business or building or in a location that may be objectionable to adjoining businesses or property owners.
(D) Refuse containers shall be enclosed on four sides with required access opening with gates.
(E) Enclosure construction shall be of durable weatherproof materials, with aesthetic design considered with relationship to the main structure.
(F) The location of containers and rubbish areas shall not create visual obstruction for safety.
(G) Maintenance of enclosures is required, and the failure to maintain the enclosures will be considered a violation and a fine of $100 per day may be issued by the Trustee of Public Health and Safety.
(H) Applications where the Planning and Zoning Commission determines, due to health and/or safety issues, there is a need for screening, a screen shall be provided.
(Ord. 10-09-01, passed 10-09-2001
; Ord. 21-04, passed 3-8-2021
)