(A) A cable operator is not required to seek a security deposit from a customer for use or rental of the cable operator’s equipment.
(B) However, if a security deposit is charged:
(1) A cable operator shall comply with any, and all, applicable state statutes, rules or regulations concerning security deposits. If the state has no statutes, rules or regulations concerning the security deposit for a particular piece of equipment, then the cable operator shall be prohibited from charging any security deposit for equipment which exceeds the replacement cost to the cable operator;
(2) A cable operator shall be prohibited from charging any security deposit for cable service which exceeds twice the basic monthly rate. This shall be in addition to any other security deposit allowable under this division (B); and
(3) A cable operator shall return a security deposit if the equipment is returned in as good condition as when provided to the customer, normal wear and tear excepted.
(Prior Code, § 13.20.230) (Ord. 96-13.20, passed - -1996)