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What is NYC RCNY § 81.24?

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(a) Garbage and waste stored for removal. Prior to street placement and pickup, garbage and wastes shall be placed in easily cleanable, watertight, rodent-resistant, and insect-resistant containers with tight fitting lids that must be securely fastened.

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Effective: 8/8/2015Last amended: 8/8/2015

§ 81.24 Garbage and Waste Disposal.

RCNY § 81.24

(a)Garbage and waste stored for removal. Prior to street placement and pickup, garbage and wastes shall be placed in easily cleanable, watertight, rodent-resistant, and insect-resistant containers with tight fitting lids that must be securely fastened. Containers must be stored in a manner that does not attract pests or create pest harborage conditions.

(b)Garbage and waste removal. Solid and putrescible wastes placed on sidewalks for collection shall be disposed of in accordance with applicable law, including but not limited to Title 16 of the Administrative Code and the rules of the Department of Sanitation and the Business Integrity Commission, or successor agencies.

(c)Containers to be cleaned after emptying. Garbage receptacles and covers shall be cleaned after emptying and prior to reuse. (Amended City Record 7/9/2015, eff. 8/8/2015)

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