Tree trimmings, hedge clippings, and similar material.
Tree trimmings, hedge clippings, and similar material shall be cut to lengths
not to exceed four feet (1.2 meters) and securely tied in bundles not exceeding
two feet (0.6 meters) in thickness before being deposited for collection.
Cardboard boxes and similar material. Cardboard boxes
and similar containers shall be broken down, flattened, and securely tied
in bundles not exceeding four feet (1.2 meters) in diameter and six inches
(15.2 centimeters) in thickness before being deposited for collection.
Newspapers, magazines, and other printed matter. Newspapers,
magazines, and other printed matter not placed in containers for collection
shall be securely tied in bundles not exceeding 50 pounds (22.7 kilograms)
in weight.
The producers of refuse or the owners of premises on
which refuse is accumulated shall provide refuse containers in accordance
with the requirements of the Department.
The Director may authorize the use of suitable plastic
and paper bag systems where it can be shown that they are not subject to frequent
attack by animals and where closure of overfilled bags is not often faulty.
Inadequate receptacles. Any receptacle that does not conform to the provisions of this Part 2 or that has ragged or sharp edges, or any other defect liable to hamper or injure the person collecting its contents shall be promptly replaced upon notice. Notice shall be given by tagging the container. Failure to comply may result in refusal to collect or the removal of the defective receptacle as refuse.
Place refuse in a street, alley, or other public place,
or on any private property in the County, whether owned by such person or
not, unless it is in proper receptacles for collection or under an express
approval granted by the Director;
Except for the collector or the occupants of the premises
on which the receptacles are stored, remove the covers or any contents from
the refuse receptacles.
Prohibition against impeding traffic or endangering public
safety. Refuse receptacles shall be placed in such a manner that does not
impede traffic or endanger the safety of the public.