It is the purpose of this chapter to require dumpsters and other
refuse containers that are outdoors or exposed to stormwater to be
covered when unattended, and to prohibit the spilling, dumping, leaking,
or otherwise discharge of liquids, semiliquids or solids from the
containers to the municipal separate storm sewer system operated by
the Township of Little Falls and/or the waters of the state so as
to protect the public health, safety and welfare, and to prescribe
penalties for the failure to comply.
The following are exceptions to the prohibitions in this chapter:
A. Permitted temporary demolition containers;
B. Litter receptacles (other than dumpsters or other bulk containers);
C. Individual homeowner trash and recycling containers;
D. Refuse containers at facilities authorized to discharge stormwater
under a valid NJPDES permit;
E. Large bulky items (e.g., furniture, bound carpet and padding, white
goods placed curbside for pickup).
This chapter shall be enforced by the Construction Code Official
or his designated representative, the Board of Health and/or the Superintendent
of the Department of Public Works for the Township of Little Falls.
Any person(s) who is found to be in violation of the provisions
of this chapter shall be subject to a fine of $50 for the first offense,
$100 for the second offense and $250 for three or more violations.