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Waste Management Code

                                                     Sufficient space is provided between and around waste
                                                     storage bins to allow for manoeuvring and washing of
                                                     bins.
PO5                                                  AO5                                                   PO5 – Complies
Waste storage areas provide a safe and secure No acceptable outcome provided                               The existing waste storage area is appropriately sited,
environment for users through:                                                                             well-lit, and clearly designated as private, ensuring a
 a) appropriate siting and access;                                                                         safe and secure environment for users and out of sight
 b) the provision of lighting; and                                                                         from the general public.
 c) restricting access to the general public by
     making the area clearly identifiable as private
     space.

Editor’s note— The use of landscaping, a change of paving
material or fencing are examples of delineating a waste storage
area. The locking of the area is not preferred and should be
avoided.
Water management
PO6                                                   AO6                                                            AO6 – Complies
Waste storage areas are designed to contain and The waste storage area is constructed of impermeable The existing waste storage areas will be maintained
appropriately dispose of leakage from bins and and durable surfaces and:                                             unaltered.
wastewater from bin washing.                           a) is bunded and graded so that washwater and bin
                                                             leakage are drained to the sewer or an on-site
                                                             effluent disposal system via a gully within the storage
                                                             area;
                                                       b) has a bund wall with a maximum height of 100
                                                             millimetres;
                                                       c) is serviced by a conveniently located hosecock and
                                                             backflow prevention device, and connected to a
                                                             water supply; and
                                                       d) is roofed or otherwise covered if the storage area
                                                             is—
                                                          i.     more than 1m²; or
                                                         ii.     storing wet waste; or
                                                        iii.     storing other waste with a high potential to cause
                                                                 pollution if washed or leaked from the bins,
                                                                 including waste oil or putrescibles.
Safety and protection of infrastructure when demolishing or removing buildings