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Is a golf car considered a low-speed electric vehicle?: NO. A golf car is not manufactured for roadway use. It does not comply with federal safety regulations or federal Vehicle Identification Number requirements.

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1. Can golf cars travel on public roadways?: NO. Colorado Revised Statute does not specifically authorize the use of golf cars on public roadways. Broomfield Municipal Code 10-16-030, Exceptions, states in part:
(B) Operation of golf cars in areas maintained and zoned or approved for golf course use.

2. Can golf cars travel on sidewalks?: NO. Broomfield Municipal Code 10-16-020, Motorized Vehicles Restricted, lists areas in which motor vehicles or recreational vehicles are prohibited. It states in part:
(E) On any other publicly or privately owned parks, ball fields, recreational areas, bike trails, horse trails, lake areas, easements, sidewalk, or other areas dedicated to or commonly used for pedestrian or bicycle traffic.

3. Can golf cars travel in parks, lake areas, and recreational areas?: NO; unless it is a golf course. Broomfield Municipal Code 10-16-030, Exceptions, states in part:
(B) Operation of golf cars in areas maintained and zoned or approved for golf course use is allowed.

4. Is a golf car considered a low-speed electric vehicle?: NO. A golf car is not manufactured for roadway use. It does not comply with federal safety regulations or federal Vehicle Identification Number requirements.