§ 8.04.070. CANS OR CONTAINERS - REQUIREMENTS.  


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  • A. Garbage storage. Garbage and other material capable of decaying or rotting shall be stored in durable, liquid-tight containers constructed of metal or other easily cleaned material, provided with flytight covers which shall be removed only at the times of filling, emptying or cleaning. Soggy or wet garbage shall be wrapped in paper before being placed in garbage cans or containers.
    1. Containers of pliable plastic, treated paper or similar materials of durable, waterproof construction are permitted for single service use.
    2. Rigid containers shall be equipped with handles or bails and shall be of the size and shape as to permit lifting readily by the collecting agency for the purpose of removal and disposal of contents. Each container used at residences shall not exceed 30 gallons capacity.
    B. Storage of rubbish and ashes. Rubbish and ashes shall be so kept and stored that they may not be readily scattered or become windblown, and wherever possible, in durable containers.
    (Ord. 13-1090, § 2, passed 3-12-2013; Ord. 82-67, § 1, passed - -1982)