Rule 511-6-2-.12 - Garbage and Refuse Disposal(1) At least one Health Authority approved indoor container for waste shall be provided for each indoor dwelling unit to be rented. Containers shall be constructed of durable metal or other materials which do not leak, do not absorb liquids and do not support combustion. Such containers shall be thoroughly cleaned on the inside and outside each time they are emptied unless liners are used.(2) All outside refuse or garbage storage containers shall be constructed of durable metal or other approved types of materials, which do not leak and do not absorb liquids and shall be provided with tight-fitting lids or covers and shall be kept covered when stored. Each container shall be located within 100 feet of dwelling units or trailer spaces or in a location approved by the Health Authority and shall be cleaned at such frequency as to prevent a nuisance or odor.(3) Adequate cleaning facilities shall be provided and each garbage or recycling storage room, enclosure, or container shall be thoroughly cleaned after the emptying or removal of refuse or garbage. Areas surrounding these rooms, enclosures, and containers shall be kept clean and orderly. Liquid waste resulting from the cleaning of containers shall be disposed of as sewage.(4) Except for garbage facilities associated with Camp Grounds and Bed & Breakfast Inns, for all newly constructed, remodeled, or renovated establishments, refuse and garbage storage containers must be stored on a properly constructed sealed concrete slab or machine laid sealed asphalt. However, the Health Authority may require storage containers to be on similar properly constructed storage facilities for Camp Grounds and Bed & Breakfast Inns should insanitary conditions warrant such facilities.(5) Refuse shall be collected in accordance with municipal practices where available. Where such services are not available the tourist accommodation shall dispose of the refuse in compliance with all Federal, State, local laws and or ordinances.Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 511-6-2-.12
O.C.G.A. §§ 31-2A-6 and 31-28-5.
Original Rule entitled "Garbage and Refuse Disposal" adopted. F. Jul. 16, 2013; eff. Jan. 1, 2014, as specified by the Agency.