Golf Cart Ordinance

Governing Statutes

F.S. 316.212 Operation of Golf Carts on Certain Roadways:A golf cart may be operated only upon a county road that has been designated by a county, or a municipal street that has been designated by a municipality, for use by golf carts. Prior to making such a designation, the responsible local governmental entity must first determine that golf carts may safely travel on or cross the public road or street, considering factors including the speed, volume, and character of motor vehicle traffic using the road or street. Upon a determination that golf carts may be safely operated on a designated road or street, the responsible governmental entity shall post appropriate signs to indicate that such operation is allowed.

Governing Statutes

F.S. Sec 316 Jurisdiction to control traffic

F.S. Sec 320.01 Vehicle definitionsGolf carts – max speed 20 MPH Low-speed vehicles – max speed 25 MPH

F. S. Sec 316.212 Operation of golf carts Establishes minimum age for drivers Safety equipment requirementsHours of operation

F. S. Sec 316.2122 Operation of a low-speed vehicle Requires driver’s licenseSafety equipment requirementsRegistration and insurance requirements

Areas Authorized

Implementing Policies

Minimum Safety Equipmentefficient brakes, reliable steering, safe tires, a rear view mirror, red reflectorized warning devices on front and rear, windshield and brake lights

Hours of operation30 minutes after sunrise to 30 minutes before sunset

F.S. Sec 316.212 No windshield, no brake lightsOperate from sunrise to sunset

Implementing Policies

Additional safety equipmentMinimum + head lights, tail lights and turn signals

Hours of operation5:00 am to 10:00pm

F.S. Sec 316.212hours of operation - sunset to sunrise

Implementing Policies

Operator requirementsMinimum age - 16 years oldMust possess driver’s license or learner’s permit and be accompanied by licensed adult

Registration and InspectionAnnual registration and inspection with Fleet Services technician in January of each yearInspection certificate transferrable

F.S. Sec 316.212 –minimum age 14 years oldno license requirement

Implementing Policies

Inspection feesRegistration and Inspection fee of $25Re-inspection fee $15

F.S. 316.212 –no inspection requirement

Implementing Policies

Effective dates Phase I - approval + 30 days Phase II – approval + 60 days Phase III – approval + 90 days

Canal Street @ Dixie Avenue – Engineering study

North Boulevard @ 3rd Street – FDOT Consideration

Golf Cart Ordinance

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