The City of Tavares has approved the use of neighborhood electric vehicles (NEV) such as golf carts and low speed vehicles city-wide. (Note: Golf carts are not permitted to cross SR 441 or SR 19.) The approval of golf cart usage on city roads is meant to increase the transportation options in the the city in a ecologically and convenient manner.

Golf Cart Ordinance & Guidelines

Golf Cart Registration (Voluntary)

Information on Electric Charging Stations

Frequently Asked Questions 

Q. Can I ride my golf cart anywhere inside of Tavares?

A. A golf cart can operate on any street rated 35MPH or less in Tavares with the exception of US 441 and SR 19. In addition, a golf cart cannot cross US 441 and SR 19 under Florida Department of Transportation guidelines.  Depending on the equipment attached to your golf cart, you may only operate it during the day.

Q. Who can operate a golf cart?

A. Anyone over the age of 16.  No driver's license is required.

Q. Can I park my golf cart in a handicap space?

A. If you have a valid handicap decal / hangar you may use it on your golf cart when parking at a handicap space.

Q. Can I operate my golf cart at night?

A. You may, if your golf cart is equipped with the proper equipment per the ordinance.

Q. Do I have to have insurance on my golf cart?

A. Insurance is not required for your golf cart.

Q. I live in Lake Francis Estates, can I go to the Winn Dixie shopping center?

A. You may use St. Clair Abrams avenue to the frontage road of the Winn Dixie shopping center. The shopping center is private property that is next to the CRA. The owners of the center may or may not allow operation of golf carts.