Garbage containers, to be acceptable, shall meet the following requirements:
(1) 
Regulation containers.
This type container shall be constructed of a solid and durable grade metal or heavy plastic of not less than twenty (20) nor more than thirty-two (32) gallons’ capacity. Each container shall have two (2) outside handles and close-fitting lid. The container lids shall be fastened by chain or rope to some sturdy object such as a fence or post. In no instance shall the lid be attached to the container. The container must not have any inside structures, such as reinforcing angles, or anything within the container to prevent the free discharge of the contents. The combined weight of container and contents shall not exceed eighty (80) pounds.
(2) 
Plastic bags or waterproof paper bags.
Plastic bags or waterproof paper bags are acceptable as containers only when the following requirements are met:
(A) 
The waterproof paper bags shall be specifically designed for garbage disposal and of sufficient strength not to tear when handled.
(B) 
The plastic bags shall be of sufficient strength not to tear when handled.
(C) 
The plastic bags or waterproof paper bags shall be removed from any receptacle or stand with which they are used, securely fastened at the top, and placed at the regular garbage collection point. The weight of the bags and contents shall not exceed eighty (80) pounds.
(3) 
Detachable containers.
Detachable containers shall be of a durable grade of steel. They shall be compatible with the equipment being used by the city for servicing the containers. The combined weight of container and contents shall not exceed four thousand five hundred (4,500) pounds. The purchaser shall notify the sanitation department when such container is purchased as to the type, size and location of the container.
(Ordinance 777, sec. 3, adopted 5/23/1946; 1959 Code, sec. 14-3; Ordinance 3310, sec. 1, adopted 12/8/1960; Ordinance 5973, sec. 1, adopted 11/12/1970; 1983 Code, sec. 23-46)
It shall be unlawful for any owner or occupant to use a cardboard box, pasteboard box, oil drum, barrel, grocery sack, pail, crate or any other type packing container as a receptacle for garbage.
(1959 Code, sec. 14-3.1; Ordinance 5973, sec. 2, adopted 11/12/1970; 1983 Code, sec. 23-47)
It shall be the duty of every owner or occupant to provide a container or containers in good order and repair and to keep his alley free of loose garbage. All waste matter shall be in a regulation container except as provided in sections 22.06.004 and 22.06.010. All commercial establishments which generate more than twenty (20) cubic feet of refuse per pickup shall provide a detachable container.
(Ordinance 777, sec. 4, adopted 5/23/1946; 1959 Code, sec. 14-4; Ordinance 5973, sec. 3, adopted 11/12/1970; Ordinance 6291, sec. 1, adopted 2/10/1972; 1983 Code, sec. 23-48)
Containers that have deteriorated to the extent of being incapable of completely containing all garbage and waste or that have been damaged to the extent of having jagged or sharp edges capable of causing injury to garbage collectors or to other persons whose duty it is to handle such containers or to an extent that the covers will not fit securely are hereby declared unacceptable and a public nuisance creating a dangerous condition injurious to the public health. Notice of such condition shall be given to the owner or occupant by the sanitation department and shall be corrected within ten (10) days from notice. The failure to correct such condition within ten (10) days shall constitute a misdemeanor and the owner or occupant may be prosecuted for such offense, and, in addition, the public nuisance may be abated by the removal of such container by the sanitation department.
(Ordinance 777, sec. 3, adopted 5/23/1946; 1959 Code, sec. 14-5; Ordinance 5973, sec. 4, adopted 11/12/1970; 1983 Code, sec. 23-49)
It shall be unlawful for any owner or occupant living in any dwelling place within the city, which is a private residence, to place or cause to be placed regulation garbage containers for collection purposes at a location other than at the edge of the alley at the property line. If no alley exists then the container(s) shall be placed at the front between the sidewalk and curb or in any place most accessible to the garbage collector. During inclement weather, the superintendent of sanitation may designate another point for garbage collection.
(Ordinance 777, sec. 5, adopted 5/23/1946; 1959 Code, sec. 14-6; Ordinance 5973, sec. 5, adopted 11/12/1970; 1983 Code, sec. 23-50)
Any business establishment desiring to place garbage for collection shall place the container on or near the curbline in front of such place of business, or in an alley adjacent to such place of business, in such manner and at such time as shall be prescribed by the department of sanitation.
(Ordinance 777, sec. 8, adopted 5/23/1946; 1959 Code, sec. 14-7; 1983 Code, sec. 23-51)
It shall be unlawful for any person to park any vehicle whatsoever in a manner such that it interferes with the emptying of a detachable container. Upon notification, the police department will remove or cause the removal of such vehicle at the owner’s expense. Proof of ownership shall be prima facie evidence that such owner parked such vehicle so as to violate this section.
(1959 Code, sec. 14-7.1; Ordinance 5973, sec. 6, adopted 11/12/1970; 1983 Code, sec. 23-52)
It shall be unlawful for any person engaged in the handling and delivery of garbage and other waste materials to remove any container or receptacle containing garbage or other waste from the location designated by the provisions of this article, unless the approval of an inspector of the department of sanitation is first obtained.
(1959 Code, sec. 14-8; Ordinance 777, sec. 13, adopted 5/23/1946; 1983 Code, sec. 23-53)
It shall be unlawful for any person to place garbage in any container provided for by this article without first eliminating, as far as possible, all water and liquid from such garbage. It shall be unlawful for any person to pour water or any liquid over the garbage or into the container.
(Ordinance 777, sec. 13, adopted 5/23/1946; 1959 Code, sec. 14-9; Ordinance 5973, sec. 8, adopted 11/12/1970; 1983 Code, sec. 23-54)
It shall be unlawful for any person to pilfer, scavenge or tamper, in any manner, with another person’s garbage container.
(Ordinance 349, sec. 12, adopted 8/5/1926; Ordinance 777, sec. 13, adopted 5/23/1946; 1959 Code, sec. 14-25; Ordinance 5973, sec. 16, adopted 11/12/1970; 1983 Code, sec. 23-26)