Chapter 17.29 — TRASH CONTAINER ENCLOSURES

To establish design and locational criteria for trash container enclosures for multiple-family residences and all nonresidential uses. (Ord. 526 § 1, 2010)

These requirements apply to all new multiple-family residential uses of three units or more, all nonresidential development, existing multiple-family uses that increase the number of units by 25% or more and nonresidential uses that increase floor area by 25% or more. (Ord. 526 § 1, 2010)

• A. Trash Bins or Dumpsters. They shall be screened on three sides by a six-foot-high masonry structure and the remaining side shall be a solid self locking gate. The walls and gate shall be architecturally compatible with the main building. All sides that are visible from a public area, except the gate side, shall be located in a landscaped area, subject to the standards provided in Section 17.27.070.B.

• B. Garbage Cans or Toters. They shall be located either indoors or shall be screened from public view with material that is architecturally compatible with the main building and is a minimum of five feet in height.

• (Ord. 526 § 1, 2010)

All trash enclosure areas shall be kept in a clean, well maintained condition. Gates shall be maintained in good working order and shall be kept closed when not in use. (Ord. 526 § 1, 2010)