Chapter 91 requires every building owner to provide an adequate number of approved, covered receptacles. Bins must be tightly covered at all times and kept in good repair; sidewalks must stay free of garbage.
Under Chapter 91 (Garbage and Refuse), every person in responsible charge of a building must provide sufficient approved receptacles for garbage, refuse, rubbish, and waste. Covers must be tight-fitting at all times. Owners, tenants, and occupants must keep abutting sidewalks, curbstones, air shafts, areaways, backyards, courts, and alleys free from garbage, refuse, and nuisances. Chapter 92 governs recycling separation. Pickup schedules vary by neighborhood.
Class II violations typically $75-$250 per offense; chronic violations escalate to $1,000+ and special inspections.
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