A. Solid waste shall be collected from regular residential and commercial premises not less frequently than once a week.

B. Solid waste shall be collected from commercial premises which involve food preparation not less frequently than once a week.

C. Subject to the limitations of subsections (A) and (B) of this section, the Board shall have sole authority to determine the frequency of collection of solid waste created, produced, or brought upon commercial, residential, or multifamily residential premises, and the size and number of bins required.

D. Except as provided under subsection (E) of this section, residential collection shall be made only between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. of any day, Monday through Saturday, except that collection at commercial premises may begin at 5:00 a.m. on any day. An earlier or later collection time may be authorized only upon prior written approval of the Solid Waste Administrator which shall include requirements for the collector to notify the affected customers prior to implementing the change.

E. In order to prevent problems of traffic, noise, wear and tear on the highway, or other problems having the potential to adversely affect health, safety, or the environment which may develop in any specific area as a result of solid waste collection, the Board or its designee may regulate the routes, intervals, delivery points, and times for collection by collectors operating within the unincorporated area of the county. (Ord. 880, eff. 3/4/99; Ord. 844, eff. 10/1/96)