HomeMy WebLinkAbout2249-03 - ADMIN Ordinance - City Council - 2003/09/02ORDINANCE NO. 2249 - 03
CITY OF ST. LOUIS PARK
HENNEPIN COUNTY, MINNESOTA
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 22 OF THE ST. LOUIS PARK
CODE OF ORDINANCES RELATING TO SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT
THE CITY OF ST. LOUIS PARK DOES ORDAIN:
SECTION 1. Chapter 22 of the St. Louis Park Code of Ordinances is amended to read in
its entirety as follows:
Article I. In General
Sec. 22-1. Construction debris containers (dumpsters).
Secs. 22-2--22-30. Reserved.
Article II. Garbage Collection
Division 1. Generally
Sec. 22-31. Short title.
Sec. 22-32. Definitions.
Sec. 22-33. Collection of garbage and refuse within the city.
Sec. 22-34. Collection supervised by director of public works.
Sec. 22-35. Precollection practices.
Sec. 22-36. Collection practices.
Sec. 22-37. Garbage/refuse service rates.
Sec. 22-38. Disposal.
Secs. 22-39--22-60. Reserved.
Division 2. Recycling
Sec. 22-61. Purpose of division.
Sec. 22-62. Definitions.
Sec. 22-63. Designation of items.
Sec. 22-64. Implementation.
Sec. 22-65. Ownership.
Sec. 22-66. Unauthorized collection.
Secs. 22-67--22-90. Reserved.
Division 3. Recycling for Multiple -Family Residential Structures
Sec. 22-91. Purpose of division.
Sec. 22-92. Definitions.
Sec. 22-93. Separation and storage.
Sec. 22-94. Collection.
Sec. 22-95. Disposal.
Secs. 22-96--22-120. Reserved.
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ARTICLE III. Composting
Sec. 22-121. Compost.
Sec. 22-122. Definitions.
Sec. 22-123. Duties of Owner, Occupant or Tenant.
Sec. 22-124. Duties of Licensed Collectors.
Sec. 22-125. Composting Process
Sec. 22-126 Nuisance.
Sec. 22-127 Existing Non -Conforming.
Sec. 22-128. Application to City Owned or Operated Compost Facilities.
ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL
Sec. 22-1. Construction debris containers (dumpsters).
(a) Purpose. The purpose of this section is to establish minimum standards for construction
debris containers (dumpsters) and similar containers used for the collection, storage or
transport of any construction, demolition debris, or other solid waste in volumes larger
than city provided containers or carts and to prohibit placement of these large containers
on city property. -
(b) Definitions
Construction debris container, as that term is used in this Chapter shall mean any four-
sided industry standard steel or plastic container used to collect, store or transport volumes of
waste or other materials in excess of city -provided containers or carts, including but not limited
to dumpsters, tubs, and pods.
(c) Regulations.
(1) The construction debris container shall be watertight; clearly labeled with the name and
phone number of the container owner. The debris or other materials stored within the
construction debris container shall not exceed three feet in height from the top of the
construction debris container, and shall not be used for storage of any refuse other than
construction or demolition debris unless totally sealed.
(2) The construction debris container shall be located outside of the city right-of-way. The
construction debris container shall not be located on an individual lot or parcel for more
than six months during any 12 -month period.
(3) s The construction debris container shall be placed in a location that will ensure the least
possible obstruction to pedestrian and vehicular traffic, as well as provide for the safety
of the general public and residents living in the area.
(Ord. No. 2198-01, § 1, 5-21-2001)
Secs. 22-2-22-30. Reserved.
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ARTICLE II. GARBAGE AND REFUSE COLLECTION
DIVISION 1. GENERALLY
Sec. 22-31. Short title.
This article shall be known and may be cited as the Garbage and Refuse Collection Ordinance of
the city.
(Code 1976, § 9-301)
Sec. 22-32. Definitions.
The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this article, shall have the meanings
ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning: -
Commercial establishment means any premises where a commercial or industrial
enterprise of any kind is carried on, and shall include clubs, churches and establishment of
nonprofit organizations where food is prepared or served or goods are sold.
Garbage means waste material, animal or vegetable, which results from the handling,
preparation, cooking, service, and consumption of food.
• Incinerator means any device used for the destruction of refuse, rubbish or waste
materials by fire.
Licensed collector means any person holding a valid license from the city for the
collection of garbage, refuse, yard waste, recyclables or other materials covered by this Chapter.
Refuse means all wastes (except body wastes) including, but not limited to, rubbish, tin
cans, papers, Christmas trees, cardboard, grass clippings, ashes, glass jars and bottles, and wood
normally resulting from the operation of a household or business establishment, but not including
garbage, sod, dirt, rocks, construction material, cement, trees, leaves, hedge or tree trimmings, or
anything one person could not lift easily.
Residential dwelling means any single building consisting of four or fewer separate
dwelling units with individual kitchen facilities for each.
Residential garbage and refuse collection contractor means any person with whom the
city contracts for collection of garbage and refuse from residential dwellings in the city.
Solid Waste Material or Material, unless otherwise qualified, means refuse, garbage,
recyclable materials, yard waste, appliances, bulk items and any other solid waste from
residential dwellings and activities that the generator of the waste aggregates for collection.
Yard waste means all compostable organic plant material that consists of grass clippings,
leaves, weeds, soft garden materials, Christmas trees, and brush and limbs under four inches in
diameter and four feet in length, if bundled with twine or other organic material.
(Code 1976, § 9-302) -
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Cross reference(s)--Definitions generally, § 1-2.
Sec. 22-33. Collection of garbage and refuse within the city.
Except as otherwise authorized by the city in this article, all garbage and refuse accumulated at
any residential dwelling in the city shall be collected, conveyed and disposed of by the
authorized city residential garbage and refuse collection contractor. The residential solid waste
collection contractor shall charge a fee for special pickup of garbage, refuse, yard waste or
recycling in an amount as determined by the City. This section does not prohibit the following
activities:
(1) The disposal of garbage by any device, which grinds and deposits the garbage in a sewer;
(2) The owner or occupant of any premises upon which garbage or refuse has accumulated
from personally conveying and disposing of such garbage or refuse in accordance with
the provisions of this article and with any other applicable law or ordinances;
Collectors of refuse from outside of the city from hauling such refuse over city streets,
provided that such collectors comply with the provisions of this section and with any
other applicable laws or ordinances of the city; or
(4) Any licensed private garbage and refuse collector from hauling garbage or refuse from
any premises that is not a residential dwelling.
(Code 1976, § 9-303)
(3)
Sec. 22-34. Collection supervised by director of public works.
All garbage and refuse collected, conveyed and disposed of by the city shall be under the
supervision of the director of public works. The city manager shall have the authority to make
regulations concerning the days of collection, type and location of waste containers, and such
other matters pertaining to the collection, conveyance and disposal as he/she shall find necessary,
and to change and modify the regulations in accordance with the provisions of this article and
contract between the city and its garbage and refuse collection contractor. Any person aggrieved
by a regulation of, or fee charged by the city manager shall have the right of appeal to the city
council which shall have the authority to confirm, modify or revoke any such regulation or fee.
(Code 1976, § 9-304)
Sec. 22-35. Precollection practices.
(a) Preparation of garbage and refuse. All garbage and refuse as accumulated on any
premises other than bulk items, appliances, and yard waste shall be placed and
maintained in city provided containers and shall have drained from it all free liquids
before being deposited for collection, and shall be placed in sealed bags or wrapped. If
any residential dwelling has more garbage and refuse than will fit into the cart(s), the
resident may purchase an "extra refuse" sticker from the City, place" the garbage or refuse
in a securely sealed bag for collection, affix the sticker, and place the bag in the same
location and at the same time for collection as the cart(s). No explosive or highly
inflammable material shall be deposited or placed for collection. Such material shall be
disposed of as directed by the fire chief at the expense of the owner or possessor.
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(b)
Contagious disease refuse. Refuse such as, but not limited to, bedding, wearing apparel
or utensils from residential dwelling units or other units where highly infectious or
contagious diseases are present shall not be deposited for regular collection, but shall be
disposed of as directed by the health department at the expense of the owner or possessor.
(c) Duty to maintain containers in sanitary condition. Except when placed out for collection
that day, garbage and refuse carts shall be located by the owner, tenant, lessee or
occupant of the premises inside a building or outside on the property. If located outside
the carts must be located behind the building line adjacent to any street or alley right-of-
way line. Carts must also be placed four (4) feet or more from interior lot lines. Carts
should be placed in such a manner to prevent them from being overturned. The owner,
tenant, lessee or occupant of the premises is responsible for providing yard waste
containers or bags. Yard waste containers and bags shall not exceed forty pounds when
filled and shall be of a size and nature to be easily handled and lifted by a single person.
All containers shall be kept in a clean and sanitary condition and kept free from any
substance, which will attract or breed flies, mosquitoes or other insects. No container
shall have ragged �r sharp edges or any other defect liable to hamper or injure the person
collecting the contents. Containers not complying with the requirements of this article
shall be promptly replaced upon notice. The director shall have the authority to refuse
collection services for failure to comply herewith.
(d) Garbage and refuse containers. Garbage and refuse containers shall be kept tightly
covered when there is garbage therein. Containers for residential collection under the
city's contract will be provided by the City.
(e) Points of collection. Garbage and refuse containers shall be placed for collection in one
place at ground level on the property, not within the right-of-way of a street or alley, and
as remote as possible from any surrounding dwellings, and accessible to the street or
alley from which collection is made. All containers which contain yard waste must be
placed on the abutting alley if there be one, or upon the boulevard area of the street for
collection by the city.
(Code 1976, § 9-305)
Sec. 22-36. Collection practices.
(a) Frequency of collection. Garbage and refuse accumulated at residential properties shall
be collected at least once a week. Garbage and refuse accumulated at stores, restaurants,
other businesses and institutions shall be collected no ' less than once each week and as
often as once each business day if necessary to protect the public health. Collection by
the authorized city residential garbage and refuse collection contractor will take place
between 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday through Fridays and 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on
Saturdays when necessary. Items from residences shall be placed out for collection
curbside or alley side by 7:00 a.m. on their designated collection day, and the carts or
containers shall be retrieved as soon as practical after collection but no later than 7:00
p.m. on the day of collection.
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(b) Collection by actual producers and outside collectors. The actual producers of refuse, or
the owners of premises upon which refuse is accumulated, who desire personally to
collect and dispose of such refuse, persons who desire to dispose of waste material not
collected by the city, and private collectors of refuse and garbage from outside of the city
who desire to haul over the streets of the city, shall use a vehicle provided with a tight
cover and so operated and maintained as to prevent offensive odors escaping therefrom,
and refuse from being blown, dropped or spilled from the vehicle. Such receptacles on
vehicles shall be kept clean and as free from offensive odors as possible and shall not be
allowed to stand in any street, alley or other place longer than is reasonably necessary to
collect garbage and refuse. The collector shall comply with ordinances of the city and
laws or regulations of the state relating to sanitation and collection of garbage and refuse.
The collector shall keep all equipment used in the performance of the work in a clean,
sanitary condition and shall thoroughly disinfect each vehicle at least once a week unless
the vehicle has not been used since its last disinfection.
(c) Refuse property of city. Ownership of garbage and refuse material set out for collection
and collected by the city shall be vested in the city.
(Code 1976, § 9-306)
Sec. 22-37. Garbage/refuse service rates.
(a) A service charge for garbage/refuse collection, including recycling service, and yard
waste collection service, provided to residential dwelling units with the city shall be an
amount set from time to time by the city and listed in appendix A of this Code
(b)
Each dwelling unit in a residential dwelling will be charged a service charge for
garbage/refuse collection and for yard waste collection, regardless of whether they utilize
the service, provided that residents with an extended absence from the city and non-use
of service during that period may apply to the City for a temporary suspension of service
and charges.
(c) A service charge in an amount set from time to time by the city and listed in appendix A
of this Code shall be added to the quarterly service charge for garbage/refuse collection
for residential dwelling which mixes refuse with yard waste.
(d) Charges for the collection and disposal of garbage/refuse, bulk items, electronics,
appliances and yard waste shall be a charge against the owner, lessee, occupant, or all of
them of the premises served, any of whom shall be charged and billed for such service.
(e) Garbage/refuse bills will be mailed to customers for each quarter/year service period at
the rate shown in this subsection. The proceeds from collection of these bills shall be
placed in a separate fund. A penalty in an amount set from time to time by the city and
listed in appendix A of this Code shall be added to the amount due on any bill if not paid
within three weeks after the billing date. Payments received three working days following
the due date shall be deemed as paid within such period.
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0 (f) All charges for garbage/refuse service shall be due and payable within three weeks after
the billing date; accounts shall be considered delinquent when not paid within three
working days following the date. Such charges shall be a charge against the owner of the
premises and shall be certified by the city clerk to the city assessor who shall prepare an
assessment roll each year providing for assessment of the delinquent amounts against the
respective properties served for collection as other taxes.
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(g)
The city council reserves the right to adjust the rates provided by this section from time to
time.
(Code 1976, § 9-307)
Sec. 22-38. Disposal.
(a) Private incineration. No garbage or refuse from any commercial or residential
establishment shall be disposed of by burning except in an incinerator of an approved
type as specified by ordinance of the city.
(b) Dumping. No garbage or refuse shall be disposed of by dumping or disposal at or on any
place within the city.
(c) Scattering of garbage or refuse. No person shall cast, spill, place, sweep or deposit
anywhere within the city any garbage or refuse in such a manner that it may be carried or
deposited by the elements upon any street, sidewalk, alley, sewer, parkway or other
public place, or into any other premises within the city.
(Code 1976, § 9-308)
Secs. 22-39--22-60. Reserved.
DIVISION 2. RECYCLING
Sec. 22-61. Purpose of division.
This division is designed to ensure that a designated recycling program is conducted in an
orderly fashion to avoid adverse effects on the public health, welfare, safety and environment.
(Code 1976, § 9-309(1))
Sec. 22-62. Definitions.
The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this division, shall have the meanings
ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:
Authorized or designated recycling program means a program for the collection and recycling of
illrecyclable materials which is instituted, sponsored and controlled by the city.
Recyclable materials means all items of refuse which are part of an authorized recycling program
and which are intended for transportation, processing and remanufacturing, or reuse.
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(Code 1976, § 9-309(2))
Cross reference(s)--Definitions generally, § 1-2.
Sec. 22-63. Designation of items.
A list of refuse items designated to be part of an authorized recycling program shall be prepared.
Such items must be ones which are generally accepted by the recycling industry for
remanufacture and reuse, which can be cleaned, prepared and stored in a manner to protect the
public health, welfare, safety or environment, and which can be collected and recycled without
threatening the economic viability of an authorized recycling program. This list shall be
published in the official newspaper. The list may be modified as circumstances warrant by
following the procedure specified for the original designation.
(Code 1976, § 9-309(3))
Sec. 22-64. Implementation.
All recyclable materials intended and set out for collection shall be cleaned, prepared and stored
in accordance with city specifications and shall be placed for collection in the same manner as
other materials. The City will provide recycling containers to residents. All recyclables must be
placed in the recycling containers provided by the city or in recyclable bags within the containers
to prevent litter and spillage. Except when placed out for pickup that day, recyclable materials
must be stored inside a dwelling or structure. Failure to use a city provided recycling container
may void the opportunity to participate in an authorized program and shall constitute a public
nuisance where such failure causes a threat to the public health, welfare, safety or environment
or results in a disorderly and unsightly collection or refuse visible to the public. All city
provided recycling containers must be kept clean and sanitary by the resident and remain the
property of the city.
(Code 1976, § 9-309(4))
Sec. 22-65. Ownership.
Ownership of recyclable materials remains with the person or household from which the
materials originated until collected by designated collection programs. Upon removal by the city
or its designated agents or contractors from a designated collection point, ownership of properly
prepared and stored recyclable materials intended for a city authorized collection program shall
be vested in the city. Materials not prepared, cleaned or stored according to city specifications
shall remain the responsibility and property of the individuals or household from which the
materials originated. Nothing in this division shall abridge the right of an individual or household
to give or sell their recyclable materials to any recyclable materials program.
(Code 1976, § 9-309(5))
Sec. 22-66. Unauthorized collection.
No person other than one expressly authorized by the city council shall take or collect recyclable
material set out for authorized collection programs within the city.
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Secs. 22-67-22-90. Reserved.
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DIVISION 3. RECYCLING FOR MULTIPLE -FAMILY RESIDENTIAL STRUCTURES
Sec. 22-91. Purpose of division.
The purpose of this division is to require mandatory separation of recyclables, and to aid and
promote collection and disposal by means other than deposit in a sanitary landfill or by
incineration.
(Code 1976, § 9-309.101)
Sec. 22-92. Definitions.
The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this division, shall have the meanings
ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:
Multiple family residential structure means any residential building consisting of five or more
apartments, townhomes or condominiums, or other living units.
Recyclables means newsprint, corrugated paper (cardboard), office paper, mail, magazines,
phone books, glass containers, aluminum foil and cans, tin cans, steel cans, bi-metal cans,
reasonably free of dirt, food and other contaminants, and plastic bottles. Also included as a
recyclable is any other material that the city may hereafter be required to collect as a recyclable
by the county or its environmental department.
(Code 1976, § 9-309.102)
Cross reference(s)—Definitions generally, § 1-2.
Sec. 22-93. Separation and storage.
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(a) It shall be the obligation and responsibility of the owners of each multiple -family
residential structure including, but not limited to, an apartment building, townhome
complex, townhome association, condominium complex, and condominium association
to have recycling containers available and accessible, and provide recycling collection
services at least twice each month to all residents residing within each structure.
(b)
Every resident of every multiple -family residential structure shall separate the recyclables
from all other refuse, garbage, rubbish and waste matter, and shall store the recyclables in
containers designated as containers for the storage of recyclables.
(c) Containers with tight fitting lids for storage of recyclables shall be kept in the same
location as refuse containers; provided, however, that residents of those dwellings where
curbside or alleyside collection is available, shall place the recyclables and the containers
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for recyclables at a place adjacent to the dwelling (or building in which the dwelling is
located) or garage accessory thereto and visible from the street in front of the dwelling
(or building in which the dwelling is located) or from the alley by the dwelling (or
building in which the dwelling is located) if that dwelling (or building in which the
dwelling is located) has refuse collection service at the alley. After the scheduled
collection, the containers for recycling and any materials not collected shall be returned
by the resident of such dwelling to the same location as containers for refuse are kept.
(Code 1976, § 9-309.103)
Sec. 22-94. Collection.
(a) Collection of recyclables from the multiple -family residential structure shall be by a
hauler selected and paid by the owners of the complex or by a manager of such or by a
management company of such or by an association governing such, but which hauler is
then duly licensed by the city under applicable ordinances of the city or county. Also,
such collection shall be done in compliance with all other applicable ordinances of the
city now or hereafter in effect.
(b) The owners or manager or management company or governing association of each
complex shall report to the city manager or the city manager's designee, upon written
request from time to time made by the city manager or the city manager's designee, and
on forms prescribed and provided by the city manager or the city manager's designee,
such information relative to the program for separation, storage, and collection of
recyclables then in effect for their complex as the city manager or the city manager's
designee shall then request. The owners or managers of each complex shall post and
provide this information and additional educational material regarding recycling to
residents of the complex.
(c) The provisions of subsection (a) of this section notwithstanding, the city, at any time, and
from time to time, may contract with a hauler for collection of recyclables from some or
all complexes, and if the city so contracts, the recyclables shall be collected from the
premises by the collector under contract with the city and on terms and conditions set out
in such contract.
(d) Neither the provisions of subsections (a) or (c) of this section or any other provisions of
this division shall prevent any resident from disposing of that resident's recyclables
without the use of a paid hauler or the city collection, but the provisions of section 22-95
shall be complied with by such resident.
(Code 1976, § 9-309.104)
Sec. 22-95. Disposal.
Recyclables collected from multiple -family residential structures shall not, in any event, be:
(1) Deposited in any landfill;
(2) Burned in any incinerator; or
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• (3) Deposited or distributed in any way or manner contrary to applicable law, statute,
ordinance, rule, or regulation.
The restrictions of subsections (1) and (2) of this section shall not comply to any
recyclables which are deposited in a landfill or burned in an incinerator pursuant to specific,
prior written approval granted by the county and consented to in writing by the city manager or
the city manager's designee. Residents shall take such action as is reasonable under the
circumstances to determine that recyclables are not disposed of contrary to the provisions of this
section.
(Code 1976, § 9-309.105)
Secs. 22-96--22-120. Reserved.
Article III. Compost
Sec. 22-121. Compost. This article shall be known and may be cited as the Compost Ordinance
of the city.
Sec. 22-122. Definitions.
The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this article, shall have the
meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates 'a different
meaning.
Yard waste means organic material consisting of grass clippings, leaves, and other forms
of organic garden waste.
Composting means any aboveground microbial process that converts plant material to
organic soil amendment or mulch.
Kitchen waste means egg shells, coffee grounds, chopped vegetables, and fruit remains.
Acceptable materials means plant material or garden waste consisting of grass clippings,
leaves, weeds, small twigs (1/4 inch diameter or less), evergreen•cones and needles, wood chips,
organic mulch, herbaceous garden debris and commercial ingredients (mixed into the
composting material) specifically designed to speed or enhance decomposition.
Sec. 22-123. Duties of Owner, Occupant or Tenant.
Every owner, occupant or tenant of any premises who does not otherwise dispose of or
compost Yard Waste in a sanitary and environmentally sound manner, shall use the City -
contracted yard waste service, if eligible, or contract with a licensed collector to collect and
dispose of Yard Waste. Every owner, occupant or tenant shall make such Yard Waste available
to collector as required under this Chapter.
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Sec. 22-124. Duties of Licensed Collectors.
Each licensed collector shall collect yard waste separately from other material, and haul it
away to an approved compost site.
Sec. 22-125. Composting Process
Every owner, occupant or tenant of any premises who composts Yard Waste shall do so
in an environmentally sound manner, shall use a compost bin or structure that meets the design
standards described in this section, and shall meet all other standards set forth in this ordinance.
Composting shall be allowed only on properties where there is located a single family detached
dwelling, up to a four-plex multi -family dwelling.
No permit is required to compost or to install a compost structure on the property.
(a) Containment Structure Location.
Composting containment structures shall be located in the back yard of the residential
property and not be located in a front yard. Composting containment structures shall be located
at least 15 feet from any inhabited building not owned by the generator of the compost material,
3 feet from any City park, trail, alley or nght-of-way. The compost enclosure must be located
above the 100 -year high water level for the closest adjacent pond or wetland.
(b) Materials Allowed in Compost Containment Structure.
Only acceptable materials, as defined in Sec. 22-97 Definitions, generated from the legal
boundaries of the site of the containment structure shall be allowed into the containment
structure. Composting of the following materials shall be prohibited: kitchen waste, food
scraps, meat, animal waste, carcasses, or other vermin -attracting materials.
(c) Containment Structure Maintenance.
Standard composting techniques shall be employed to enhance rapid biological
degradation of the material without producing objectionable odors. Techniques include, but are
not limited to, aeration, adding moisture, and providing a balance of composting materials.
Compost shall be properly maintained to minimize odor generation and to promote effective
decomposition of the materials. Containment structures must be properly maintained at all
times, and in such a manner that conforms to the requirements of this ordinance.
(d) Containment Structure Design.
Compost containers must comply with this ordinance. Upon the start of the composting
process, the container must be in place. Compost containers shall be designed to limit odors as
well as rodent and pest access. Compost structures shall be made of impenetrable and durable
material such as wood, plastic or fiberglass, enclosed on the top and sides, and not to exceed a
total of 150 cubic feet in volume for all composting on site. Wire structures, metal fencing or
other open mesh materials shall not be used for composting.
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Sec. 22-126 Nuisance.
Composting that results in objectionable odors, and/or includes prohibited material,
and/or attracts vermin is deemed a public health nuisance. Failure to comply with any of the
provisions of this ordinance shall also constitute a nuisance, and the owner and/or occupant of
the lot on which nuisance is located shall be responsible for its abatement.
Sec. 22-127 Existing Non -Conforming.
All existing non -conforming compost piles must be in conformance by May 1, 2004.
Sec. 22-128. Application to City Owned or Operated Compost Facilities.
This Article does not apply to any compost facility owned or operated by the City.
SECTION 2. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall be effective fifteen (15) days after its
passage and publication.
ADOPTED this 2nd day of September, 2003, by the City Council of the City of St. Louis
Park.
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Adopted by the City Council September 2, 2003
Approved as to Form and Execution:
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SUMMARY
ORDINANCE NO. 2249 - 03
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ST. LOUTS
PARK ORDINANCE CODE RELATING TO SOLID
WASTE CHAPTER 22
This ordinance states that Sections 22 1, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36,
137, 61, 64, 91, 92, 93, 94, 96, 97, 98, 99, 100, 101, 102, and
103, of the Solid Waste Ordinance shall be amended rela-
tive to
Language changes including requinng the following use
of city garbage carts for garbage collection and city recy-
cling bins for recycling collection, all bags of garbage to be
stored within a city cart for collection or marked with an
"extra refuse" sticker, all cart hds to be completely closed,
all carts and yard waste containers stored inside or in the
back yard, recycling bins to be stored inside, no in -ground
containers, all containers to be placed at ground level for
collection, yard waste containers to be no greater than
forty (40) pounds, containers be placed for collection by
7 00 a m on collection day and retrieved by 7 00 p m on
day of collection, posting of education for tenants in multi-
family buildings, and an addition to the chapter that out-
lines proper composting techniques and requirements
This ordinance shall take effect 15 days after publication
Adopted by the,City Council September 2, 2003
Jeffrey W Jacobs /s/ —
Mayor
A copy of the full text of this ordinance is available for in-
spection with the City Clerk -
(September 11, 2003)A3/Ord 2249-03
$ 2.85 per line
$ 6.20 per line
$ 1.40 per line