a) An owner or operator of a covered fleet must apply for a fleet registration number on or before September 1, 1997, or within 60 days after becoming a covered fleet owner or operator, by providing the following information to the Agency:

1. 1) The owner's or operator's, and if applicable, the company's, name and address;
2. 2) Signature of the owner or operator;
3. 3) The location of records and reports required by this Part, including the contact person's name, address, and telephone number;
4. 4) The number of motor vehicles in the fleet; and
5. 5) The VIN for each motor vehicle and, if applicable, whether the motor vehicle is exempt pursuant to Section 241.111 of this Part and which exemption applies.