(a) No person shall operate a golf cart or under-speed vehicle on the streets within the City of Portsmouth unless the golf cart or under speed vehicle has been inspected by the Chief of Police or his or her designee for compliance with the requirements of Section 376.02 of the Codified Ordinances. State of Ohio's statutory requirements that are applicable to motor vehicles. Utility vehicles are not permitted on the streets within the City of Portsmouth.
(b) The owner or operator of any golf cart or under speed vehicle shall be required to pay an inspection fee as established by the Chief of Police. If the Chief of Police or his or her designee determines that the golf cart or under speed vehicle complies with the requirements of Section 376.02 of the Codified Ordinances, the Chief of Police or his or her designee shall issue the owner or operator a certificate of compliance entitling the owner or operator to operate the golf cart or under speed vehicle on the streets within the City of Portsmouth. The owner or operator shall also show the Chief of Police or his or her designee proof of liability insurance for the golf cart or under speed vehicle before a certificate of compliance is issued.
(Ord. 2021-49. Passed 7-26-21.)