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1. Are golf carts allowed in Webster Groves?

The City of Webster Groves Ordinance #9141 recently legalized the use of Golf Carts and Low Speed Vehicles upon public streets. 

2. What is the difference between a golf cart and low speed vehicle?

Golf Cart: A motor vehicle that is designed and manufactured for operation on a golf course for sporting or recreational purposes and that is not capable of exceeding speeds of twenty miles per hour.

 

Low Speed Vehicle (LSV): a four-wheeled vehicle whose gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) is three thousand pounds or less and has a maximum speed of twenty to twenty-five miles per hour.

3. What streets am I allowed to use a golf cart on?

Low speed vehicles, golf carts, or similar devices may be operated upon roads posted or regulated at twenty-five miles per hour or less. Golf Cart/LSV may cross roads posted or regulated at thirty miles per hour or more. The operation of Golf Cart/LSV’s on sidewalks is prohibited.

4. Who is allowed to drive golf carts in Webster Groves?

The operator of the golf cart or low speed vehicle must have a valid driver’s license and the vehicle must be licensed, if required by Missouri State Law.

5. Do I need a permit to drive a golf cart in Webster Groves?

Yes. Golf Cart and LSV permits will be issued to any applicant demonstrating they have the required equipment and proof of insurance. There is NO fee attached. 

Inspections must be scheduled and can be conducted at the home of a Webster Groves Resident or at the Police HQ. Any non-resident inspection must be conducted at the Police HQ.

You will receive a permit sticker and the sticker must be displayed in a visible and conspicuous location.

6. What does the inspection require?

The following are reviewed during the inspection and are required for issuance of a permit:

• Front and rear lights
• Safety belts
• Proof of Insurance 

Inspections can be scheduled by contacting the Webster Groves Traffic Unit at (314) 963-5413 or email at flaneryj@webstergrovesmo.gov. Or, by contacting Captain Greg Perks at (314) 963-5417 or email at perksg@webstergrovesmo.gov.

7. How do I get an inspection on my golf cart?

Inspections must be scheduled and can be conducted at the home of a Webster Groves Resident or at the Police HQ. Any non-resident inspection must be conducted at the Police HQ.

Inspections can be scheduled by contacting the Webster Groves Traffic Unit at (314) 963-5413 or email at flaneryj@webstergrovesmo.gov. Or, by contacting Captain Greg Perks at (314) 963-5417 or email at perksg@webstergrovesmo.gov