Section 285.115. Nuisance minimization and control

(a) A person or municipality that stores municipal waste shall:

(1) Eliminate conditions conducive to the harborage, breeding or attraction of vectors.

(2) Take other measures necessary to minimize and control the presence of vectors.

(3) If vectors are present, immediately take measures necessary to exterminate them.

(b) A person or municipality storing municipal waste shall also minimize and control conditions not otherwise prohibited by this subchapter that are harmful to the public health, public safety or the environment, or which create safety hazards, odors, dust, unsightliness or other public nuisances.

The provisions of this § 285.115 amended December 22, 2000, effective December 23, 2000, 30 Pa.B. 6685. Immediately preceding text appears at serial page (226411).

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Cross References

This section cited in 5 Pa. Code § 284.401 (relating to scope); and 25 Pa. Code § 285.101 (relating to scope).