Line of Golf Carts at a Golf Course

Golf Carts & Motorized Vehicles: A Friendly Reminder from the Heath Department of Public Safety

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One of the more frequent calls to Heath DPS involves the use of golf carts or other motorized vehicles on City sidewalks and trails. Below is a recap of what is allowed and prohibited. If you have additional questions, please call the non-emergency Heath DPS number at 972-771-7724.

The Operation of Golf Carts is Allowed:

  • On roads with a 35-mile-per-hour or less speed limit;
  • During daylight hours;
  • Within five miles of where the golf cart is housed; and
  • Headed to or from a golf course.

Texas Law Requires:

  • That the operator of a golf cart possess a valid driver’s license; and that
  • Golf carts be equipped with headlamps, tail lamps, reflectors, mirrors and a parking brake.

Prohibited:

  • The use of ANY motorized vehicle on any city trail system or park.

Violations to the restrictions listed are subject to fines. This includes a person, such as a parent, allowing an unauthorized driver to operate a motor vehicle. Thank you for helping to keep Heath safe for pedestrians!