§ 30-1. Operation of golf carts on town streets.

(a)

All town streets located within the town and located east of the Intracoastal Waterway are hereby designated for the use of golf carts, which may be operated on such streets subject to the regulations and provisions of the laws of the state and the town.

(b)

Golf cart operators must observe all traffic rules and regulations applicable to the drivers of any other motor vehicle. In addition, the following regulations shall apply to the operation of golf carts on town streets.

(1)

All golf carts must be equipped with efficient brakes, reliable steering apparatus safe tires, rearview mirror and red reflectorized warning devices in both the front and rear. Golf carts operated after dark must have functioning headlights, taillights and turn signals.

(2)

Any golf cart operating under this section shall be occupied by no more passengers than for whom there are seats in the golf cart.

(3)

Standing in or on the golf cart is prohibited when it is in motion.

(4)

Children are prohibited from sitting in the driver's lap while the golf cart is in motion.

(5)

It is prohibited for golf carts to tow any scooter, bicycle, skateboard, wagon or other conveyance.

(6)

Golf carts that exceed the speed of 20 mph shall not be considered golf carts under the provisions of this article and are not afforded the rights provided herein.

(Ord. No. 92-1, § 1, 4-10-92; Ord. No. 99-2, § 1, 9-21-99; Ord. No. 09-10, § 1, 12-11-09)

State law reference

Operation of golf carts on highways, F.S. § 316.212.