(a) No vehicle covered by this chapter shall be licensed until it has been thoroughly inspected by the Director of Public Safety or by some person designated by him and found to be in a thoroughly safe condition for the transportation of passengers, or until the taximeter attached to the taxicab has been in the same manner inspected and found to be accurate within five percent. However, in the case of vehicles already licensed by the City of Cleveland, it shall not be necessary to make the inspections herein set forth.
(b) The Director is hereby authorized and empowered to establish reasonable rules and regulations for the inspection of taxicabs and automobiles for hire, and their appurtenances, construction and condition of fitness as he deems best for the safety and adequate transportation of passengers and the public in general.
(Ord. 417-47. Passed 3-17-47.)