§ 18-53. Container service location.  


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  • (a)

    Containers may be placed out for collection after 6:00 p.m. on the day before collection, but no later than 6:00 a.m. on the day of collection, and shall be returned to private property by 6:00 a.m. of the day after collection.

    (b)

    Containers shall remain at the edge of the alley at locations designated by the Administrator.

    (c)

    Containers shall be placed in the street in front of the house to which containers are assigned with the wheels against the curb, and the lid opening facing the street. In locations where there is no curb, the container should be placed at the edge of the property within two (2) feet of the street or improved surface. Containers must not be placed within ten (10) feet of a vehicle, mailbox, or other obstruction as may be determined by the Administrator. Containers must not be placed on arterial streets for service; rather, they should be placed on the property at the edge of the curb with the lid opening facing the street or in a location selected by the Administrator. Containers should not block or impede access to the sidewalk.

    (d)

    When it is not possible to place a container on a street, the container should be placed on the driveway adjacent to the sidewalk unless otherwise directed by the Administrator.

    (e)

    Refuse and recycling containers that are placed out for service must be at least three (3) feet apart to allow proper service. Lids for containers must be entirely closed.

(Ord. No. 2994, § 1(Exh. A), 6-28-16)