1. Requirements: All garbage and refuse shall be placed in suitable and sufficient garbage receptacles, either receptacles with tight fitting lids or properly and sufficiently treated water resistant paper bags manufactured specifically for use in garbage and refuse collection, or plastic bags manufactured specifically for use in garbage and refuse collection.
2. Size: Containers shall not exceed a thirty (30) gallon capacity for receiving and holding garbage, market waste or other refuse which may accumulate.
3. Weight: Receptacles shall not be filled to exceed seventy five (75) pounds in weight, including the weight of the receptacle. Metal receptacles shall be provided with handles for convenient lifting. (1978 Code § 10-416)
4. Closing Of Containers Required: All garbage and market waste must be placed in rainproof and fly proof receptacles of the type herein required and the receptacle shall be tightly closed in such manner as to prevent offensive odors or flies. (1978 Code § 10-417)