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Chapter 13.02
Section 13.02.0126
 

Title 13 Public Utilities and Services

Chapter 13.02 Solid Waste

Article I. Definitions

Section 13.02.0126 Solid Waste - Separated Wastes

  1. “Solid waste” or “waste” means all putrescible and nonputrescible solid and semisolid wastes including, but not limited to, garbage, rubbish, ashes, industrial wastes, swill, sewage sludge, demolition and construction wastes, abandoned vehicles or parts thereof, and recyclable materials, per RCW 70.95.030 (22). General-mixed solid waste includes:

    1. (“garbage”, which is solid and semi-solid putrescible, discarded materials such as kitchen, food, animal and vegetable wastes; and)

    2. (“refuse”, which is nonputrescible discarded materials, such as rubbish, ashes or other miscellaneous wastes.)

  2. “Separated wastes” are discarded materials of a uniform content, quality or consistency approved by the City for acceptance as separated wastes. Different rates may apply for separated wastes. Types of separated wastes may change from time to time, depending on market conditions, operational efficiency and other factors, at the City’s discretion. Currently identified categories are:

    1. separated yard and garden waste, also referenced as “clean green” wastes;

    2. other composts;

    3. baled refuse or refuse which has been tied in bundles for collection;

    4. small animal carcasses;

    5. “demolition debris” which is materials such as concrete, brick, metals, wood, and glass such as results from demolition of a building or other structure.

    6. waste tires which are tires that are no longer suitable for their original intended purpose because of wear, damage, or defect.

Date Passed: Monday, August 17, 2015

Effective Date: Wednesday, September 30, 2015

ORD C35291 Section 1