The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this article, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:
means a refuse enclosure or recycling enclosure with a net enclosure opening of at least 24 feet but not more than 35 feet, 11 inches.
means all zoning classifications as defined in Ordinance No. 00-11-01, as amended, in their entirety apply to all references to zoning classifications within this chapter.
means the measured distance between inside walls of a refuse enclosure or recycling enclosure, gates, hinges, mounting hardware, and doorstops shall not infringe upon the minimum net enclosure opening.
means any re-useable commodity including, but not limited to:
means steel or metallic bin of various sizes used for the collection and short-term storage of recyclable materials.
means a masonry enclosure with a net enclosure opening of at least 12 feet intended to house a recycling container. All recycling enclosures must have a sign affixed stating "recycling facility" in three-inch letters.
means steel or metallic bin of various sizes used for the collection and short-term storage of trash and/or refuse.
means a masonry enclosure with a net enclosure opening of at least 12 feet intended to house a refuse dumpster. All refuse enclosures must have a sign affixed stating "refuse facility" in three-inch letters.
means a refuse enclosure or recycling enclosure with a new enclosure opening of at least 12 feet but not more than 23 feet, 11 inches.
means a refuse enclosure or recycling enclosure with a net enclosure opening of at least 36 feet but not more than 45 feet, 11 inches.
(Ordinance 01-02-14, sec. 3, adopted 2/19/01)
(a)
All commercial properties receiving an approved site plan after the effective date of the ordinance from which this article is derived and meeting any one or more of the following criteria shall be required to construct at least one singlewide refuse enclosure and one singlewide recycling enclosure:
(b)
The refuse enclosure and recycling enclosure may be combined into one doublewide or triplewide enclosure.
(c)
All refuse enclosures and recycling enclosures at multifamily properties shall be screened from view on at least three sides by a masonry wall not less than six feet and not more than ten feet in height, or by an enclosure within a building. All trash compactor unit enclosures shall be screened from view on at least three sides by a masonry wall not less than eight feet and not more than ten feet in height, or by an enclosure within a building.
(d)
Exterior design of all refuse enclosures and recycling enclosures shall comply with all existing requirements of the city.
(e)
Each refuse enclosure and/or recycling enclosure shall be located a minimum of 100 feet from any adjacent residential district boundary lines. Trash compactors shall be located a minimum of 150 feet from any adjacent residential district boundary lines.
(f)
Each refuse enclosure and/or recycling enclosure shall be located so as to provide safe and convenient servicing by refuse and/or recycling agencies using a 15-foot inside turning radius within a 30-foot approach. The openings or gates of all enclosures are to be angled no more than 30 degrees from the centerline of the solid waste collection route. Curbs shall not interfere with the collection route of refuse and/or recycling vehicles.
(g)
All refuse enclosures and recycling enclosures shall be located a minimum of 30 feet from any and all traffic and/or pedestrian entrances and exits to the property.
(h)
Refuse dumpsters and recycling containers must be able to be lifted overhead without obstructions as set forth herein. Driveway access is required to have a minimum overhead clearance of 14 feet. Refuse enclosures and recycling enclosures are required to have a minimum overhead clearance of 25 feet.
(i)
Gate stops are required on all gates so as to hold back gate doors during servicing of a refuse dumpster and/or recycling container.
(Ordinance 01-02-14, sec. 4, adopted 2/19/01)
(a)
All multifamily properties receiving an approved site plan after the effective date of the ordinance from which this article is derived and consisting of 30 or more total living units shall construct at least one triplewide recycling enclosure in addition to constructing appropriate refuse enclosures.
(b)
Each refuse enclosure and/or recycling enclosure shall be located a minimum of 50 feet from any residential apartment building and a minimum of 100 feet from any adjacent residential district boundary lines. Trash compactors shall be located a minimum of 50 feet from any residential apartment building and 150 feet from any adjacent residential district boundary lines.
(c)
All refuse enclosures and recycling enclosures at multifamily properties shall be screened from view on at least three sides by a masonry wall not less than six feet and not more than ten feet in height, or by an enclosure within a building. All trash compactor unit enclosures shall be screened from view on at least three sides by a masonry wall not less than eight feet and not more than ten feet in height, or by an enclosure within a building. All refuse enclosures and recycling enclosures at multifamily properties shall have an evergreen screen around the perimeter provided and maintained in a manner to satisfy the city.
(d)
Exterior design of all refuse enclosure and recycling enclosure shall comply with all existing requirements of the city.
(e)
Each refuse enclosure and/or recycling enclosure shall be located so as to provide safe and convenient servicing by refuse and/or recycling agencies using a 15-foot inside turning radius within a 30-foot approach. The openings or gates of all enclosures are to be angled no more than 30 degrees from the centerline of the solid waste collection route. Curbs shall not interfere with the collection route of refuse and/or recycling vehicles.
(f)
Refuse dumpsters and recycling containers must be able to be lifted overhead without obstructions as set forth herein. Driveway access is required to have a minimum overhead clearance of 14 feet. Refuse enclosures and recycling enclosures are required to have a minimum overhead clearance of 25 feet.
(g)
Gate stops are required on all gates so as to hold back gate doors during servicing of refuse dumpster and/or recycling container.
(Ordinance 01-02-14, sec. 5, adopted 2/19/01)
Administration of this article shall be performed by the city manager of the city, or his designee. The city shall provide assistance in developing a refuse and recycling plan for any property subject to this article within 30 days of receiving a written request from the property owner or his representative. The city may deny the issuance of a certificate of occupancy if the property does not conform to the specification and requirements of this article.
(Ordinance 01-02-14, sec. 7, adopted 2/19/01)
Any person, firm, corporation or business entity violating this article shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor, and upon conviction thereof shall be fined a sum not exceeding $2,000.00. Each continuing day's violation under this article shall constitute a separate offense. The penal provisions imposed under this article shall not preclude the city from filing suit to enjoin the violation. The city retains all legal rights and remedies available to it pursuant to local, state and federal law.
(Ordinance 01-02-14, sec. 8, adopted 2/19/01)