Unless otherwise specified in the operating authority under which a taxicab is operated or by regulation of the Director and, in addition to other equipment required by this chapter, a holder, owner or driver shall provide and maintain in good operating condition the following equipment for each taxicab:
(A) Seat belts for each passenger, the number of which is determined by the designed seating capacity of the taxicab;
(B) A heater and air conditioner in good operating condition;
(C) A chemical-type fire extinguisher, of at least one-quart capacity, conveniently located in the taxicab and readily accessible for immediate use, and which has been inspected in the previous 12 months;
(D) Equipment to indicate when a taxicab is operating for hire and when it is not for hire;
(E) Toplight;
(F) Two-way radio on the holder’s dispatch frequency;
(G) A decal complying with § 113.129 of this chapter; and
(H) A taxicab display receptacle.
(1998 Code, § 126-283) (Ord. 05-19, passed 7-6-2005) Penalty, see § 10.99