(A) A business that rents golf carts must have all licenses required by law.
(B) Each rented golf cart or low speed vehicle shall have the rental company’s name affixed to the cart in such a manner as to be clearly visible.
(C) A company that rents golf carts or low speed vehicles shall rent only to an individual who:
(1) Is at least 18 years old;
(2) Has a valid driver’s license; and
(3) Signs a certification that all persons who will operate the golf cart or low speed vehicle have read or will read this chapter or a city-prepared document that explains the applicable laws.
(D) Rental companies shall keep copies of all rental contracts, certifications, and the renters’ drivers’ licenses for at least one year.
(E) All golf cart or low speed vehicle rental companies must have a local contact who can physically respond to the site within 30 minutes in case of emergency or other need by the city.
(F) Any rental golf cart or low speed vehicle must be registered to a physical address in Downtown Commercial District or Island Commercial District.
(G) All rented golf carts must display label in plain sight of driver with the following content:
(1) Operate during day light hours;
(2) Do not drive on Center Street or Folly Road, can cross Center Street;
(3) Must be 18 years of age, with a valid driver's license;
(4) Must use hand signals when turning and stopping;
(5) Subject to all traffic and parking rules; and
(6) Occupants not to exceed number of seats; and
(7) Must pay to park in any city-operated paid parking area.
(H) Businesses shall obtain and display a rental golf cart or low speed vehicle (LSV) decal.
(I) (1) Rental decals will be issued by the city for a fee to be set by Council.
(2) Rental decals shall be affixed on left rear and left front fender.
(3) Rental decals shall not be renewed for any rental company without payment of all outstanding fines issued prior to December 31 of the preceding year to golf carts operated by the company.
(Ord. 27-12, passed 10-23-12; Am. Ord. 23-17, passed 8-8-17; Am. Ord. 15-19, passed 6-11-19; Am. Ord. 20-20, passed 9-22-20; Am. Ord. 26-20, passed 12-8-20)