§ 11-280. Combustible waste and refuse.

(a)

Storage facilities required. Every building, except a one- or two-family dwelling, shall be provided with a specifically designated room or container in or on the premises for the temporary storage of combustible waste or refuse. The owner of said building shall provide the facilities for the storage of combustible waste or refuse.

(b)

Storage of combustible waste. Combustible waste and refuse shall be stored in:

(1)

Approved containers which are constructed of noncombustible materials equipped with a tight-fitting cover; or

(2)

An approved bin constructed of noncombustible materials having a self-closing cover that will operate automatically in case of fire inside the bin; or

(3)

Rooms used exclusively for such storage; or

(4)

Such other containers or isolated areas either inside or outside of buildings that are approved by the Fire Chief or authorized representative.

(c)

Automatic fire extinguishing system. An automatic fire extinguishing system shall be provided in all inside storage rooms or areas, chute discharge rooms or areas, compactor rooms and rubbish chutes designated for the temporary storage of combustible waste or refuse.

(d)

Closure of containers. Storage containers for inside use not equipped with approved automatic closing covers shall be closed at all times except when trash is actually being loaded or unloaded.

(e)

Accumulation in trash chutes. Combustible waste or refuse shall not be stored or permitted to accumulate in trash chutes and shall be removed from the chute continuously or as often as necessary to prevent accumulation.

(CB-107-1979; CB-80-2006)