Before a permit is issued to any owner, the taxicab for which such permit is requested
shall be delivered to the Public Works Director or his/her representative, who shall
inspect such taxicab, its equipment and taximeter to ascertain whether such taxicab
complies with the provisions of this chapter. Vehicle inspections will cover, but
not be limited to the following items: seat belts, windows (glass), windshield wipers,
horn, lights, brakes, emergency brake, belts and hoses, tires, bearings, lug nuts,
steering, suspension, shock absorbers, frame, driveline, and conclude with an on-road
test drive. Acceptance of each item will be on a pass/fail basis.
