The purpose of this chapter is to provide regulation for the
location, design, and screening of refuse and recycling facilities
and their enclosures.
(Ord. 2014-01 § 1)
The combined area used for recycling and trash shall be known
as the refuse and recycling area. The following provisions apply to
this area:
A. The
refuse and recycling area shall be located away from streets and enclosed
or screened by landscaping, fencing, or other architectural means.
The refuse and recycling area shall be enclosed on at least three
sides by a solid masonry wall or wood fence six feet in height.
B. The
refuse and recycling area shall be enclosed on the fourth side or
on any portion of the fourth side by a solid gate at least five feet
in height. The gate shall be maintained in good working order and
shall remain closed except when in use.
C. The
enclosure and gate of the refuse and recycling area shall be designed
to be architecturally compatible with nearby structures.
D. The
refuse and recycling area shall include adequate, accessible, and
convenient areas for storage of all bins and containers and collecting
and loading recyclable materials.
E. The
driveways and aisles serving the refuse and recycling area shall provide
unobstructed access for collection vehicles and personnel.
F. The
refuse and recycling area shall be located such that the maneuvering
of collection vehicles does not disrupt automobile movements.
G. The
design, construction, and location of refuse and recycling areas shall
not be in conflict with any applicable Federal, State, or local laws
relating to fire, building, access, transportation, circulation, or
safety.
H. Refuse
and recycling areas or the bins or containers placed therein must
provide protection against adverse environmental conditions, such
as rain, which might render the collected materials unmarketable.
I. A sign
clearly identifying all recycling and refuse collection and loading
areas and the materials accepted therein shall be posted adjacent
to all points of direct access to the refuse recycling areas.
J. Developments
and transportation corridors adjacent to recycling and refuse areas
shall be adequately protected from any adverse impacts such as noise,
odor, vectors, or glare through measures, including, but not limited
to, maintaining adequate separation, fencing, and landscaping.
(Ord. 2014-01 § 1)