Homosassa Golf Cart Regulations

Golf Cart Rules & Regulations (Old Homosassa / Citrus County)

Effective Area: Golf carts are permitted only on County-designated roads and streets approved by Citrus County (per adopted resolution/boundary).
Follow posted signage: Designated routes are marked, and all applicable traffic laws apply.

1) Authorized Use

• Golf carts may be operated only on roads and streets designated for golf cart use by Citrus County Resolution, in accordance with Florida Statute 316.212.
• The County may modify designated roads over time.

2) Operating Hours

Standard hours (most common):

• Golf carts may be operated between official sunrise and official sunset.

Night operation (sunset to sunrise):

• Allowed only if the golf cart is equipped with:
  • Headlights
  • Brake lights
  • Turn signals
  • Windshield
• Night operation is allowed only by a driver with a valid, current driver’s license.

3) Driver Requirements

• Under 18: Must have a valid driver’s license or valid learner’s driver’s license.
• 18 and over: Must have either a valid driver’s license or a valid government-issued photo ID.
• No operation is permitted by anyone under 18 without a valid license/learner’s license, or by anyone 18+ without valid photo ID.

4) Insurance Requirements

• Owners must purchase and maintain liability insurance for personal injury and property damage related to golf cart operation.
• Minimum required insurance must meet the same minimums as Florida motor vehicles for personal use (per Florida Statutes).
• Proof of insurance must be carried at all times while operating a golf cart on County-designated roads.

5) Required Equipment

• Efficient brakes
• Reliable steering
• Safe tires
• Rearview mirror
• Red reflectorized warning devices front and rear

(Night operation requires additional equipment listed in Section 2.)

6) Passenger & Safety Rules

• Occupancy is limited to the number of seats on the golf cart.
• No standing passengers while the cart is in motion.

7) Sidewalk Prohibition

• Golf carts may not be operated on any sidewalk within Citrus County.

8) Violations & Enforcement

• Violations may be enforced as a non-criminal infraction (per Florida Statute 316.212(9)).
• Traffic-related violations fall under Florida traffic statutes (Ch. 316 and 318), as applicable.
• Other Citrus County motor vehicle-related ordinances may also apply.

9) Signage

• Citrus County posts signs on designated roads to advise motorists of possible golf cart traffic and that golf cart operation is subject to ordinance requirements.

Our Golf Cart Rental Policy

• Drivers must be licensed and insured to operate a golf cart.
• Our golf carts are insured.
• Carts are street-ready and must be operated only on designated roads and in compliance with the rules above.

Note: This page is provided for convenience. Always follow posted signs and applicable laws and ordinances. Updated 01/13/2026.