ORD 2025-30 Golf Cart Regulations AdoptedORDINANCE NO. 2025-30
AN ORDINANCE TO REGULATE THE OPERATION OF GOLF CARTS
WITHIN THE CITY OF NORTH AUGUSTA
INCLUDING NIGHTTIME USE
WHEREAS, Section 56-2-90 of the South Carolina Code of Laws authorizes municipalities to
regulate golf cart operation within their jurisdictions, including operation after sunset; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of North Augusta recognizes the increased use of golf carts as a mode
of personal and recreational transportation and desires to adopt clear, comprehensive guidelines for their
safe and lawful operation.
NOW, THEREFORE, be it ordained by the Mayor and City Council of the City of North Augusta,
South Carolina:
SECTION 1: GENERAL AUTHORIZATION FOR GOLF CART OPERATION
Golf carts may be operated within the municipal limits of North Augusta under the following general
provisions in accordance with South Carolina law 56-2-90:
1. The operator must be at least sixteen (16) years of age and hold a valid driver’s license.
2. The golf cart must be registered and permitted with the South Carolina Department of Motor
Vehicles and must display a valid DMV-issued golf cart permit decal.
3. The golf cart must be insured pursuant to South Carolina insurance requirements.
4. Operation is permitted only on secondary highways or streets where the posted speed limit is
thirty-five (35) miles per hour or less.
5. Golf carts may only be driven during daylight hours unless specifically authorized under
nighttime operation regulations.
6. Golf carts may cross streets or highways at intersections even if the cross street has a higher
speed limit.
7. Operation is only permitted within four (4) miles of the address on the DMV registration
certificate.
8. The operator must carry the registration certificate, proof of insurance, and a valid driver’s
license while operating the golf cart.
9. Children under the age of 12 are required to wear a seat belt when the golf cart is being driven
on public streets and highways.
SECTION 2: NIGHTTIME OPERATION OF GOLF CARTS
Golf carts may be operated after sunrise to 11:00 PM under the following conditions:
1. The golf cart must be equipped with all of the following functional safety features:
• Headlights (white, forward-facing)
• Taillights (red, rear-facing)
• Brake lights
• Reflectors on the front, rear, and sides
• Rear facing mirror
2. The golf cart must otherwise comply with all provisions of Section 1 of this ordinance.