§ 16-40. Uncontrolled dumping deemed nuisance; inspection upon complaint.  


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  • (a)

    The uncontrolled dumping of dirt, garbage, yard waste, refuse or trash of any type, kind or nature on any private or public area or into any streams running through or adjacent to the City is declared a nuisance hazardous to the health and well-being of the residents of the City.

    (b)

    Upon a complaint being filed with the City's Department of Code Enforcement, a Code Enforcement Officer shall inspect any land or stream where alleged uncontrolled dumping has taken place.

    (c)

    If the complaint is verified by the Code Enforcement Officer and deemed to be a nuisance or a violation of this Code, the City shall proceed with prosecution of the alleged violation.

(Ord. No. 8436-93, § I)