ROH §36-1.13

Taxicab condition rules

Read the official text at honolulu.gov ↗

This section says taxicabs must be clean and safe inside and out, with no major damage, and must have hub caps or wheel covers. Repairs must be done within a reasonable time, depending on parts and labor. It does not set specific deadlines or penalties.

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The ordinance, as written (Honolulu County) — Condition of taxicabs

A copy, taken August 22, 2026. The version published by Honolulu is the one that governs, and it may have changed since. Check it before relying on anything here.

No vehicle shall be operated as a taxicab, unless it is in a reasonably clean and safe condition inside, so as not to damage the person, clothing, or possessions of a passenger. The vehicle’s exterior shall be reasonably clean and shall be essentially free from cracks, breaks, and major dents. It shall be painted to provide adequate protection and appearance. Each operating wheel shall be equipped with hub caps or wheel covers. Repairs done to comply with this section shall be done within a reasonable time based on availability of parts and labor. )

Read the official text at honolulu.gov ↗as published Jan 1, 2026our copy taken Aug 22, 2026

Published by the City and County of Honolulu through American Legal Publishing.

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