§ 5-1-99. Adequate space.

(a)

All new and significantly remodeled occupied structures shall provide for the collection and storage of refuse. All new and significantly remodeled occupied structures over 2,000 square feet shall provide adequate space for the collection and storage of recyclable materials. For the purposes of this section "significantly remodeled" shall mean structures where 50 percent or more of the exterior of the structure is reconstructed, remodeled or modified (excluding painting or changing exterior cladding materials).

(b)

The following buildings shall be exempt from Section 5-1-99(a) above:

(1)

Single-family dwellings; and

(2)

Multiple-family dwellings where there are no central or communal refuse/recycling collection or storage facilities, and where refuse and recyclable materials are stored and collected on an individual unit basis.

(c)

The amount of space provided shall be adequate for the collection and storage of the amount of recyclable materials generated by the building, and shall be designed to accommodate containers consistent with current methods of local collection, and shall accommodate for example containers for the collection of mixed paper, commingled containers, or other recyclables.

(d)

Storage and collection containers shall be clearly labeled or identified to indicate the type of materials accepted. Recyclable materials storage areas shall be located adjacent to refuse collection and storage areas in order to provide convenient recyclable materials storage areas. (Ord. No. 4438, 2/25/06, Sec. 1)