No person can cause, allow, or permit the accumulation or retention of solid waste
or recyclable materials for a period in excess of seven consecutive days or in a manner
which creates a threat or danger to the public health, safety or welfare or which
creates a fire hazard. In addition to any other remedies provided by law, the city
may abate a nuisance which creates a threat to the public health, safety or welfare
or which creates a fire hazard.