A. At the time of application for a taxicab permit, and annually thereafter, a vehicle licensed under this chapter must be inspected. The police chief shall designate the inspection schedule. The permit holder shall be responsible for scheduling the inspection and any expenses incurred. The police chief, or his or her designee, shall have authority to perform spot checks on all vehicles holding a permit to determine compliance with the requirements of this chapter and the safety of the vehicle.

B. The permit holder shall notify the police chief, or his or her designee, immediately of any damage of a vehicle licensed under this chapter when damage exceeds $2,000.

C. Taxicabs must be equipped with a light or other recognizable emblem, mounted on the roof and side-door decals or emblems on each side of the vehicle, identifying the vehicle as a taxicab, distinguishable from the other vehicles using public roadways. (Ord. 14-28(AM) § 2, 2014)