(1) Each horse-drawn vehicle shall be maintained in good working order and in a clean and attractive manner.
(2) Each vehicle shall have the horse-drawn vehicle business name and a number painted or otherwise permanently affixed to the rear of the vehicle in a clear and conspicuous manner. The name and number shall be free of obstruction and clearly visible and legible to the public.
(3) Each carriage shall have the relevant hiring rates, and any other charges, posted in clear and legible fashion on the exterior of both sides of the vehicle.
(4) The passenger compartment of each vehicle for hire shall have posted, without obstruction, the driver's permit and photograph.
(5) All vehicles shall be equipped with a supply of complaint cards, approved by the Chief of Police, and available to any passenger on demand.
(6) All vehicles shall be equipped with a device sufficient to catch horse excretion while on public property, and on private property that allows public access.
(7) No horse-drawn vehicle shall be used primarily for advertising. Advertising must be confined to a two feet by three feet area on the back of the horse-drawn carriage.
(8) All vehicles shall comply with the equipment standards set forth in Division 12 of the California Vehicle Code.
(9) If it is reasonably determined that there is a mechanical failure of the equipment or the vehicle the Chief of Police or the Chief's designee may remove the horse-drawn vehicle from service. The Chief of Police or the Chief's designee may seek the advice of a qualified professional. A statement of findings must be provided from a qualified professional and approved by the Chief of Police or the Chief's designee prior to the horse-drawn vehicle returning to service. All expenses incurred are the responsibility of the permit holder.
(Added by Ord. 238-98, App. 7/17/98; amended by Ord. 284-99, File No. 991587, App. 11/5/99)