The Saratoga Springs City Council finds that the public interest
will be served by the reasonable regulation of specialized livery
services. Such services can provide a novel and entertaining way to
enjoy local attractions and events. However, their frequent use by
the public generates a substantial need for licensing, regulation,
and supervision. This chapter is intended to create reasonable regulations
for special livery vehicles.
The following terms shall have the meanings indicated:
A special livery vehicle for hire drawn by equine and carrying
passengers only.
Any person who drives a special livery vehicle for hire,
whether such person is the owner of said vehicle or an employee of
the owner of said vehicle.
Any member of the family Equidae, including horses, mules,
and asses.
The provision of adequate food, water, shelter and medical
care consistent with the normal requirements and feeding habits of
the equine's size, species and breed.
Permission granted by the City of Saratoga Springs to any
person, firm, corporation, or other legal entity to engage in activities
described in this chapter.
Any special livery vehicle powered entirely or in part by a motor or engine. The term shall include all motorized vehicles used as special livery vehicles and not as taxicabs as defined in Chapter 215 of the City Code.
Any person, firm, corporation or legal entity that engages
in the business of operating special livery vehicles for hire.
A special livery vehicle for hire powered exclusively by
human power through a drive train and having three or more wheels.
Any conveyance, powered by motor, animal or otherwise, hired
by persons for entertainment or recreational purposes and not intended
or operated as a means of public transportation.
Any person licensed by the State of New York to practice
veterinary medicine and who specializes in equine or large animal
medicine.
No person shall own, operate, drive or offer for rental in the
City of Saratoga Springs any manner of special livery vehicle unless
such special livery vehicle is of a kind or type regulated under this
chapter and all required licenses have been obtained.
