Chatham County Code §21-302 requires occupants to keep garbage in watertight, rust-resistant receptacles with close-fitting lids, holding between 10 and 32 gallons. Under §21-308, containers set out at the curb or right-of-way must be removed within 24 hours after collection.
Section 21-302 of the Code of Chatham County (Sanitation) makes it the occupant's duty to store all garbage pending collection in watertight, rust-resistant, easily cleanable receptacles with close-fitting lids and handles; individual cans must hold no less than 10 and no more than 32 gallons (mechanized carts allowed where the hauler offers that service). Section 21-308 adds that receptacles placed at the roadside or in front of a dwelling for pickup must be water-tight, air-tight, and rodent-proof, and must be removed from the right-of-way no later than 24 hours after collection. These provisions govern unincorporated Chatham County; cities such as Savannah set their own cart rules.
Sanitation-code violations are punishable by a fine up to $500, up to 30 days in jail, or work-gang labor up to 60 days, plus costs; each day is a separate offense (§21-309).
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