§ 25-102. Inspection standards.

(a)

Except as otherwise provided by this chapter, to pass inspection, a vehicle must comply with this section. The inspection shall include all operational and safety systems.

(b)

A vehicle must conform to the following:

(1)

State safety standards.

(2)

Be equipped with a chemical fire extinguisher of a capacity of one (1) quart or greater and be mounted within the driver's reach.

(3)

Be equipped with a spare tire, jack, and a lug nut wrench.

(4)

Be in condition to provide dependable and safe mechanical operation.

(5)

Be equipped with two-way communication equipment capable of transmitting and receiving vocal communications between the vehicle and the dispatching office of the service.

(6)

Be equipped with air conditioning and heating equipment operating within manufacturer's specifications.

(7)

The interior and exterior of the vehicle must be reasonably clean and in good physical condition.

(8)

Display in the exterior of the vehicle in visible lettering, the following information:

a.

Taxicab number issued by the city.

b.

The permit holder's name or the registered assumed name of the taxicab service.

c.

Telephone number of the service.

(9)

Display in the interior of the vehicle in visible lettering, a card containing the following information:

a.

Rates of fare to be charged.

b.

Customer's right to request receipt.

c.

Name of taxicab permit holder and telephone number.

d.

Telephone number for complaints, provided by the city.

(Ord. No. 2014-02, § 1, 3-18-2014)