The traffic authority shall have the authority to inspect, or cause the inspection of, at all reasonable times any automobile for hire and the business records of any holder of a vehicle permit.
(A) Refusal to permit inspection by the traffic authority shall be the basis for emergency suspension of the permit pursuant to § 5.20.300, in addition to any other penalties as provided in this chapter.
(B) When an inspection reveals safety defects that in the opinion of the traffic authority endanger the safety of the public, or where the taximeter on any taxicab is inaccurate or has been tampered with to incorrectly reflect the rates authorized by the city, the vehicle permit may be suspended pursuant to § 5.20.300, in addition to any other penalties as provided in this chapter.
(C) Failure to appear for a scheduled inspection shall constitute a violation of this code, and shall be the basis for emergency suspension of the permit pursuant to § 5.20.300, in addition to any other penalties as provided in this chapter.
(D) If an automobile for hire fails a scheduled inspection, the permittee shall arrange for a re-inspection of the vehicle within 14 calendar days. The permittee shall be responsible for paying the re-inspection fee as established by resolution of the City Council.
(Ord. 2007-03 § 2, 2007)