CHAPTER 8: LOW-SPEED ELECTRIC VEHICLES AND GOLF CARTS

Section

7-8-1 Definitions

7-8-2 Golf carts

7-8-3 Low speed electric vehicles

7-8-4 Designated areas

7-8-5 Exemptions

7-8-6 Prohibitions

7-8-7 Violation; penalty

§ 7-8-1 DEFINITIONS.

   For purposes of this chapter, the following terms shall have the following meanings.

   GOLF CAR. A self-propelled vehicle with: a design speed of less than 20 mph; at least three wheels in contact with the ground; an empty weight of not more than 1,300 pounds; and a carrying capacity of not more than four persons.

   LOW-SPEED ELECTRIC VEHICLE (LSEV). A vehicle that: is operated by a licensed driver; is self-propelled utilizing electricity as its primary propulsion method; has at least three wheels in contact with the ground; does not use handlebars to steer; exhibits the manufacturer’s compliance with 49 C.F.R. part 565 or displays a 17-character vehicle identification number pursuant to 49 C.F.R. part 565; and complies with 49 C.F.R. § 571.500.

(Ord. 16(2018) § 1)

§ 7-8-2 GOLF CARTS.

   The Vail Golf Course and its employees may use and operate golf cars at the Vail Golf Course for loading and delivery operation and golf operations and maintenance. Persons playing golf at Vail Golf Course are permitted to use golf cars on the Vail Golf Course, but individual use of golf cars outside of Vail Golf Course operations is prohibited. Golf cars shall at all times yield to pedestrians, bicycles and motor vehicles.

(Ord. 16(2018) § 1)