Law Status
Approved
Status Date
Locations
Plastic Summary
Requirements:
- 10.00mil Min Plastic Bag Thickness
Details:
- City-wide ban on all plastic bags
Paper Summary
Details:
- 10-cent tax on paper bags.
Reusable Definition
A durable carryout bag with stitched handles for reinforcement made from any natural or synthetic material other than plastic film including, but not necessarily limited to, woven or non-woven plastic or cloth, that is at least 10 mils thick, and that is specifically designed and manufactured for multiple reuse, and that is washable or is made from a material that can be cleaned or disinfected regularly.
Paper Bag Id Requirements
No
Stores Affected
Any establishment that conducts retail trade as defined in Chatham Code Section 165.10.
Fees
$0.10 for paper bags
Comply Date
Ordinance
2019-14
Law Text Details
Law Text Files
