No person or company shall engage in the business of providing towing services to the Department without first obtaining a non-exclusive towing carrier permit from the Chief of Police and obtaining a business license. Permits shall be issued for a period of not less than three years and not to exceed five years, as determined by the Chief of Police. Notwithstanding the five-year limitation on towing permits, the Chief of Police is empowered to provide for a maximum of two, one-year extensions in addition to the maximum term, provided the towing carrier is in good standing and is abiding by the terms of this chapter and the rules and specifications.
(Ord. 1308, passed 6-2-21)