§ 8-9. Load covering.

(a)

All vehicles used to transport any material along streets, roads, or highways of the county shall be constructed, maintained, and loaded so as to prevent such vehicle's contents from dropping, sifting, leaking, or otherwise escaping. This subsection shall not apply to the following:

(1)

Motor vehicles that are used exclusively for agricultural purposes as provided in Section 46.2-698 of the Code of Virginia (1950), as amended, and are not licensed in any other state;

(2)

Agricultural vehicles, tractors, or other vehicles exempted from registration and licensing requirements under state law;

(3)

Motor vehicles transporting forest products, poultry, or livestock; or

(4)

Public service company vehicles, pickup trucks, or emergency snow removal equipment while engaged in snow removal operations. (8-21-06.)