The purpose of this chapter is to assure that residential and commercial garbage and waste are managed in a way that eliminates to the greatest extent possible the development of any condition that endangers public health, safety or welfare.
[HISTORY: Adopted by the Board of Health of the Borough of Chesilhurst 4-6-2023 by Ord. No. 2023-3 BOH[1]. Amendments noted where applicable.]
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Editor's Note: This chapter was originally adopted as Ch. 403. The chapter was renumbered to organize all Board of Health legislation to Part III of the Code.
A.
The owner of every dwelling that contains three or more dwelling units shall provide and keep at such premises a sufficient number of receptacles of suitable type. In dwellings containing no more than two dwelling units it shall be the responsibility of the occupant(s) to provide a sufficient number of receptacles of suitable type in addition to recycling receptacles required by state, county or municipal government.
B.
For the purposes of this chapter, a sufficient number shall be deemed to be at least three (two for recycling and one for garbage) receptacles for each dwelling unit. Commercial or business establishments not involved in the retail or wholesale aspects of food or beverages preparation or sale shall provide a minimum of two receptacles or more if the Health Officer or designee deems it necessary in view of the actual volume of garbage waste generated daily.
C.
Retail and wholesale food establishments, including supermarkets, grocery stores, delicatessens, restaurants, taverns, butcher shops, fish markets, bakeries, and all other eating establishments shall provide for an adequate number, type and size of disposal units, receptacles, dumpsters or compactors based on the actual volume of garbage generated daily.
D.
The owner of a building that contains commercial and dwelling units shall provide and keep at such premises a sufficient number of receptacles, dumpsters, or compactors to accommodate the garbage generated from the building.
A.
Containers shall be constructed of watertight metal, rubber of heavy duty plastic with tight-fitting covers to prevent spillage or leakage. Each receptacle for residential use shall have a capacity of not more than 30 gallons and be equipped with suitable handles for lifting.
B.
Multiple dwelling units, industrial premises and commercial establishments, including food handling establishments, may have containers of greater capacity, such as dumpsters, provided they meet specifications as being suitable receptacles and are equipped for handling by motorized equipment. They shall be cleaned, rinsed and sanitized after emptying at regular intervals, and replaced by the same type of receptacles when removed for emptying. When dumpsters are used the covers must be kept closed at all times when not in use, and the dumpsters secured from overturning. Replacement receptacles shall comply with the requirements of this chapter.
C.
It shall be the duty of homeowners, tenants or occupants of residential dwellings to replace receptacles in the event of deterioration, breakage or vandalism, and to clean the area in the event of spillage. Replacement receptacles shall comply with the requirements of this chapter.
A.
All garbage and waste matter shall be stored in suitable containers at all times. The area around trash cans and other containers shall be maintained in a clean and sanitary manner. Overflowing trash shall be picked up and placed in additional containers.
B.
The accumulation of litter or refuse on any property is prohibited. The person or persons responsible for deposit of litter or debris on any property shall be liable for cleanup and removal. Whether or not the source of the litter or debris is known, the property owner shall be liable for prompt cleanup and removal.
C.
Failure to provide for adequate storage facilities prior to disposal and for the regular maintenance of the storage and disposal area, as determined by the Health Officer or designee, by any commercial or business establishment shall make the owner, tenant or occupant liable and may result in the imposition of a fine.
Receptacles on the premises for the storage of garbage, rubbish and refuse shall be conveniently located and maintained with lids and covers in place and in such manner as to prevent creation of a nuisance or endanger the public health.
A.
Garbage and recycled materials from residential premises shall be placed in suitable receptacles at the curb for regular collection in compliance with the collection schedule set by the municipality of Chesilhurst, the Chesilhurst Code and this chapter.
B.
Items placed at the curb for recycling or regular garbage pick-up shall be secured in the manner as may be specified by the garbage or recycling hauler and/or the Camden County Improvement Authority, to prevent scattering while awaiting or during collection.
C.
Occupants of commercial or business premises shall arrange for removal of garbage and refuse as often as necessary to handle the amount of waste generated.
D.
No owner, tenant of rental property or agent for either shall place property infested with insects in the public right-of-way for disposal in the municipal waste stream unless when, as a result of an insect infestation, affected personal property is placed into the public right-of-way for disposal in the municipal waste stream, the owner or agent of the owner of the real property ensures that the person placing the property in the public right-of-way shall completely seal the containers and clearly mark on the outside to indicate the date of placement into the right-of-way and nature of the infestation.
A.
All garbage operators must be licensed in accordance with state law and the regulations of the State Public Utilities Board, and shall comply with the laws, regulations and orders of the State Health Department, State Department of Environmental Protection, the Board of Health, and with the ordinances of Chesilhurst.
B.
Vehicles shall be properly covered and maintained to prevent the scattering, spillage, or seepage of either solid or liquid waste matter onto private or public property.
C.
Any garbage collector who shall spill or scatter solid or liquid waste shall immediately collect, pick-up, or wash down said waste as may be necessary for its proper disposal. No garbage collector shall permit the throwing or scattering of receptacles, but shall place them in upright position at the curb.