Any individual desiring to obtain a business permit to operate a taxicab or vehicle for hire service shall pay a one-time, nonrefundable application fee established by the city manager and file a certified application with the chief of police. The application fee shall be in addition to the usual and customary fee charged for a business tax certificate. This fee shall not be deemed to be in lieu of business tax as required by Chapter 5.04. The application shall be on a standard city form and include:
A. The name, address and birth date of the applicant, and if the same be a corporation, the names, addresses and birth dates of its principal officers, or if the same be a partnership, association, or fictitious company, the names, addresses and birth dates of the partner or individuals comprising the association or company;
B. A statement as to whether the business permit is desired for a taxicab or vehicle for hire company;
C. A description of every motor vehicle which the applicant proposes to use giving: (1) year, (2) make, (3) motor, (4) serial number, (5) license number, and (6) seating capacity.
D. Any distinctive color scheme, name, monogram or insignia which shall be used on the vehicle;
E. Proof of public liability policy as stated in Section 5.48.210;
F. A complete and certified vehicle inspection form for all vehicles to be operated under regulations in Section 5.48.150;
G. Such other information as the city council or city manager may require. All changes in the required information shall be filed within five days from the date of the change. (Ord. 9517 § 1 (part), 1995: prior code § 6554)