§ 8-169. Same—Solid waste  


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  • All garbage and rubbish containing food wastes shall, prior to disposal, be kept in leakproof, nonabsorbent containers which shall be kept covered with tight-fitting lids when filled or stored, or not in continuous use. Such containers need not be covered when stored in a special verminproofed room or enclosure or in a good waste refrigerator. All other rubbish shall be stored in containers, rooms or areas in an approved manner. The rooms, enclosures, areas and containers used shall be adequate for the storage of all food waste and rubbish accumulating on the premises. Each container, room or area shall be thoroughly cleaned after the emptying or removal of garbage and rubbish. Food waste grinders, if used, shall be installed in compliance with state and local laws and ordinances. All garbage and rubbish or other material shall be removed from the premises at frequent intervals which shall in no case exceed four (4) days and shall be so handled as to prevent the attraction to and/or breeding therein of insects, rodents and other animals.

(Code 1966, Ch. 314, § 13.2)