If a project meets any of the following thresholds, it is a Covered Project and must meet all requirements for Covered Project set forth in this title.
(A) Covered Projects: All Covered Projects are subject to the waste diversion requirement set forth in this chapter and require the submittal of a Waste Management Plan prior to permit issuance.
1. All permitted demolition projects are considered Covered Projects, including the demolition portion of a remodeling project, additions, alterations, repairs, and tenant improvements.
2. All new permitted construction of buildings and structures are considered Covered Projects.
3. Failure to comply with any of the terms of this article shall subject the permit applicant, or any party obligated to obtain a permit but failed to do so, to penalties described in this chapter.
(B) Non-Covered Projects: All other projects, construction, additions, alterations, repair and remodel, and tenant improvement projects that are below the thresholds for Covered Projects listed above.
1. Some permitted projects are identified as Exemptions from WMP Requirements in section 5-1-13.
2. All other projects shall employ best management practices and encourage the diversion of fifty percent (50%) of all project related construction and demolition waste from local landfills. (Ord. 840-21, 5-4-2021; amd. Ord. 851-23, 1-17-2023)