(a) All tow operator permit holders' towing equipment, facility or facilities will be
inspected one (1) time per year (annually) with notice, during normal business hours
by the Costa Mesa Police Department, or its designated agent, and a report filed thereon.
(b) Any tow operator permit holder's towing equipment, facility or facilities can be inspected
with or without cause, without notice, during normal business hours by the Costa Mesa
Police Department, or its designated agent, and a report filed thereon.
(c) If any deficiencies or equipment violations are discovered, the tow operator will
be so advised in writing. The tow operator will be given ten (10) business days to
rectify the deficiency or violation. Failure to comply will result in the tow operator
permit being suspended until all violations are corrected.
(d) If, in the opinion of the Costa Mesa Police Department, the deficiencies or equipment
violations which are discovered prevent any vehicle from being operated in a safe
manner, the unsafe vehicle(s) will be taken out of service. Failure to comply will
result in the tow operator permit being suspended until the unsafe vehicle(s) passes
inspection.
