It is unlawful for anyone to collect recyclable materials as defined in this chapter from any business, commercial or industrial establishment in the city of Vancouver without having first obtained a collector of recyclable materials license, and except in compliance with the regulations imposed by this chapter and Chapter 6.12 VMC; provided, this chapter shall not apply to or regulate any manufacturer or distributor if it is only self-hauling recyclable materials generated by the manufacturer or distributor as an incidental part of the conduct of its own business. Any collector of recyclables who has a contract with the city for the collection of recyclables shall be deemed to be licensed hereunder and to have paid the license fees for such licensing; provided, that such contract shall require the contractor to meet or exceed the standards of this chapter. (Ord. M-3207 §4, 1995)