A permit applicant may apply to the building official for an exemption to the diversion requirements of this chapter at the time of the submittal of the recycling and waste reduction plan. The recycling and waste reduction plan must still be filled out, with data indicating what diversion percentage the applicant considers feasible. In addition, a waiver request form must be completed that indicates the reasons the applicant is requesting an exemption from the diversion requirements. Exemptions will be considered based on contamination by hazardous materials and low recyclability of specific materials. (Ord. 529 (part), 2002)