It shall be the responsibility of the operator to assure that every taxicab operated under its franchise is in safe working order and meets the requirements of the Vehicle Code of the state of California. When in operation, the interior and exterior of each taxicab shall be clean and well maintained at all times. The interior of each taxicab shall be cleaned daily. The exterior of each taxicab shall be washed not less than once a week and painted once each year; provided, however, that the painting thereof may be less frequent so long as the appearance thereof, including the color scheme, owner's trademark, monogram or insignia or other markings conform to the generally prevailing standard in the trade in the county of Los Angeles.
(Ord. 823 § 1 (part), 2004)