§ 167.003. Containers required  


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  • Sec. 3. 

    (a) Multi-use containers used for the storage of refuse shall be made of durable, watertight, rust-resistant materials, shall be equipped with handles for lifting, and shall not exceed 32 gallons in capacity.

    (b) Single-use containers shall be disposed of with the refuse contained therein and shall be of sufficiently sturdy material as to prevent breaking or tearing of the containers prior to its collection.

    (c) Every container used for the storage of refuse shall be equipped with a tight-fitting cover.

    (d) The combined weight of a container and its contents shall not exceed 50 pounds.

    (e) Business and manufacturing establishments may use other containers subject to the approval of the City Council.