Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 50, December 13, 2024
Section 64-18-8 - Garbage and Refuse8.1. Storage, handling, collection, transportation and disposal of garbage and refuse shall be conducted to prevent odor, insect, rodent and other nuisance conditions.8.2. All garbage and refuse shall be stored in approved water tight, vermin proof, and easily cleanable containers. There shall be a sufficient number of containers to hold all the garbage and refuse that accumulates.8.3. Garbage and refuse containers shall be kept clean.8.4. When not in continuous use, garbage and refuse containers shall be covered at all times except those containers used only for non-putrescible and non-infectious wastes.8.5. Excluding mass gatherings, garbage and refuse containers, enclosures, dumpsters and compactor systems located outside shall be stored elevated or on metal racks or on a smooth surface of non-absorbent material such as concrete or asphalt that is kept clean and maintained in good repair.8.6. Outside storage areas or enclosures shall be large enough to store the garbage and refuse containers that accumulate and shall be kept clean.8.7. Garbage and refuse storage rooms and outside enclosures, if used, shall be constructed of easily cleanable, non-absorbent, washable materials, shall be kept clean, shall be insect and rodent proof, and shall be large enough to store the garbage and refuse containers that accumulate.8.8. Garbage and refuse containers shall be readily accessible for use and servicing.8.9. If garbage and refuse container cleaning operations are conducted outside, then a frost proof hose bib and sanitary waste drain shall be provided. 8.10. Disposal of garbage and refuse shall be in compliance with the applicable laws.