§ 56-33. Preparation of yard waste.

(a)

All yard waste which is absorbent, such as grass and leaves, including fine grass cuttings, shall be contained in the required yard waste containers, except that yard waste containing no combustible matter, which will deteriorate or decay without giving off offensive odors, may be accumulated by the owner as such if maintained in a neat, orderly and sightly condition. All yard waste shall be separated from garbage prior to pickup.

(b)

No yard waste pickups will be made of vacant lots; provided, however, the owner of any vacant lot may make arrangements with the city or franchisee for pickup of yard waste, and a reasonable charge for such service shall be determined by the coordinator.

(c)

Yard waste which is not prepared or separated as required herein will not be picked up but will be a violation of this article.

(Code 1981, § 10-27; Ord. No. 1992-5, § 9, 2-25-92)