[HISTORY: Adopted by the Board of Trustees of the Village
of Solvay 5-25-2010 by L.L. No. 2-2010. Amendments noted where applicable.]
The Village of Solvay has seen an increased use of portable
on-site deliverable storage units and roll-off dumpsters. In many
instances, portable on-site deliverable storage units and roll-off
dumpsters have been left in driveways and on properties for extended
periods of time. While portable on-site deliverable storage units
may serve a useful purpose for short-term storage, prolonged use results
in such portable on-site deliverable storage units serving as virtual
permanent storage sheds for the owners of property. Similarly, the
use of a roll-off dumpster is appropriate within certain areas for
the temporary storage of garbage, construction materials and other
waste materials but is generally not appropriate for more lengthy
placement. Because portable on-site deliverable storage units and
roll-off dumpsters are generally unsightly and can have a negative
impact on adjoining properties, long-term storage and disposal needs
should be addressed in a manner which satisfies all of the Village's
zoning, building and waste disposal codes.
As used in this chapter, the following terms shall have the
meanings indicated:
A container, transportable or portable structure or unit
designed and used primarily for storage of building materials, household
goods, personal items and other materials outside an enclosed building,
other than an accessory building or shed, complying with all building
codes and land use requirements.
A rigid container generally used for routine collection,
temporary storage of solid waste, garbage, construction material,
industrial and other waste materials generally on a temporary basis.
A.
Portable on-site deliverable storage units are permitted to be on
a property for a period of time not to exceed 30 days. The use of
such units shall be limited to no more than twice in any twelve-month
period.
B.
The use of roll-off dumpsters on residential properties is limited
to a duration of 14 days, once in a twelve-month period, or for 30
days if there is an active building permit on the property. On nonresidential
property, the use is limited to the period a permit is active on the
property, and the location is required to be at the rear or sides
of the building, if at all possible.
C.
An individual or business seeking relief from these regulations may
apply to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a special permit to extend
or increase the use of portable on-site deliverable storage units
or roll-off dumpsters.
D.
All roll-off dumpsters shall be in good condition, free of evidence
of deterioration, rust, peeling paint, ripping, tearing or having
holes or breaks.
E.
Roll-off dumpsters shall not be used to store hazardous substances.
The contents of the roll-off dumpster shall be secured so as to prevent
the material from littering the neighborhood.
These restrictions shall apply to all portable on-site deliverable
storage units and roll-off dumpsters located in the Village of Solvay
on and after the effective date of this chapter.
