[R.O. 1996 § 386.010; Ord. No. 2285 § 1, 4-8-2013; Ord. No. 2576, 2-14-2022]
The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this Chapter, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this Section, except where context clearly indicates a different meaning:
ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLE (ATV)
As provided in Chapter 304, RSMo., any motorized vehicle manufactured and used exclusively for off-highway use. The operator is generally seated in a straddle position and steered by using handlebars. Most are operated with a thumb throttle but can be altered to use a twist throttle. To brake, operators can use either the brake handle or a foot pedal depending on what type of ATV is being operated. ATVs are open and do not have a cabin. These are also commonly known as a "quad" or "four-wheeler" and generally are meant for a single rider, although some are built for two riders.
GOLF CART
A motor vehicle designed and manufactured for operation on a golf course for sporting or recreational purposes and not capable of exceeding speeds in excess of twenty (20) miles per hour, and otherwise satisfies the definition of "golf cart" as provided in Chapter 304, RSMo.
LOW-SPEED VEHICLE or LSV
A four-wheeled motor vehicle capable of a top speed greater than twenty (20) miles per hour, but not greater than twenty-five (25) miles per hour, and otherwise satisfies the definition of "low-speed vehicle" as provided in Chapter 304, Section 304.029, RSMo.
NEIGHBORHOOD VEHICLE
A low-speed vehicle or a golf cart as defined in this Chapter.
UTILITY TERRAIN VEHICLES, UTVs, SIDE-BY-SIDE (SXS)
As provided in Section 301.010 and Chapter 304, RSMo., as "utility vehicle," any motorized vehicle manufactured and used exclusively for off-highway use traveling on four (4) or more wheels between fifty (50) inches and sixty-seven (67) inches in width, an unladen dry weight of two thousand (2,000) pounds or less with side-by-side occupant seating, a steering wheel, non-straddle seating, foot controls for throttle and braking, occupant restraints, and rollover protective structures.
[R.O. 1996 § 386.020; Ord. No. 2285 § 1, 4-8-2013; Ord. No. 2576, 2-14-2022]
A. 
Pursuant to the authority granted by Sections 304.029, 304.032, and 304.032,[1] RSMo., the City may allow by resolution or ordinance, allow persons to operate neighborhood vehicles, UTVs and ATVs upon any street or highway under the City's jurisdiction subject to the following limitations:
1. 
No person shall operate a neighborhood vehicle or UTV within the City of Grain Valley on public City streets unless it has been properly registered and permitted with the City of Grain Valley pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 386 of the Code of the City of Grain Valley with exception of those vehicles owned and operated by a governmental entity for official use.
2. 
Every person operating a UTV within the City of Grain Valley shall observe all traffic laws and local ordinances regarding the rules of the road. To the extent permitted by Section 304.032, RSMo., and other applicable Missouri law, every person operating a UTV shall be granted all the rights and shall be subject to all the duties applicable to the driver of any other motor vehicle if it meets all other requirements of this Chapter.
3. 
Every person operating a neighborhood vehicle within the City of Grain Valley shall observe all traffic laws and local ordinances regarding the rules of the road. To the extent permitted by Sections 304.034 and 304.029, RSMo., and other applicable Missouri law, every person operating a neighborhood vehicle shall be granted all the rights and shall be subject to all the duties applicable to the driver of any other motor vehicle if it meets all other requirements of this Chapter.
4. 
No person shall operate a neighborhood vehicle or UTV within any stream or river in the City of Grain Valley unless the waterways flow within the boundaries of land which the vehicle operator owns or has permission to be upon, or for the purpose of fording such stream or river of this State at such road crossings as are customary or part of the highway system. Police of the City shall enforce the provisions of this Subsection within the geographic area of their jurisdiction.
5. 
Neighborhood vehicles and UTVs shall not be operated at any time on any State or Federal highway with posted speed limits in excess of thirty-five (35) miles per hour. The provisions of this Subsection shall not prohibit a neighborhood vehicle or UTV from crossing a street or highway with a posted speed limit of up to forty-five (45) miles per hour at an intersection or roundabout.
6. 
ATVs shall not be operated at any time upon any street or highway under the Governing Body's jurisdiction.
[1]
Editor's Note: So in original.
B. 
Every operator of a neighborhood vehicle or UTV shall maintain financial responsibility as required by Chapter 303, RSMo.
C. 
Each person operating a neighborhood vehicle or UTV on public streets shall possess a valid driver's license issued pursuant to Chapter 302, RSMo.
D. 
Compliance with 49 CFR 571.500, as amended, shall be a condition precedent to the City's granting of a special permit for the operation of a low-speed vehicle within the City's corporate boundaries.
E. 
No person shall operate a neighborhood vehicle or UTV:
1. 
In any careless way so as to endanger the person or property of another;
2. 
While under the influence of alcohol or any controlled substance;
3. 
Without a securely fastened safety helmet on the head of an individual who operates a UTV or who is being towed or otherwise propelled by a UTV, unless the individual is at least eighteen (18) years of age.
4. 
No person shall operate a neighborhood vehicle or UTV on any park lands within the City of Grain Valley, Missouri, except those neighborhood vehicles or UTVs operated by a governmental unit for official use.
5. 
While carrying passengers in excess of the maximum number of designed seating for the neighborhood or UTV. No passengers are allowed to ride in the dump bed of a UTV on City streets or highways.
6. 
No operator of a neighborhood vehicle or UTV shall carry passengers that are less than sixteen (16) years of age unless the operator is the legal guardian of such passenger(s).
F. 
A violation of this Section shall be an ordinance violation.
[R.O. 1996 § 386.030; Ord. No. 2285 § 1, 4-8-2013; Ord. No. 2576, 2-14-2022]
A. 
Neighborhood vehicle and UTV required equipment:
1. 
Every neighborhood vehicle and UTV operated on public streets shall be equipped in accordance with Chapter 304, RSMo., and in any case will minimally be equipped with the following:
a. 
A lighted headlamp, tail lamp, which shall be in operation at any time from one-half (1/2) hour after sunset to one-half (1/2) hour before sunrise or at any other time defined in Section 307.020, RSMo.
b. 
Brake lights and mechanical turn signals front and back.
c. 
A seat belt for the operator and passengers.
d. 
A braking system maintained in good operating condition.
e. 
An adequate muffler system in good working condition and a United States Forest Service qualified spark arrester.
f. 
Shall display a slow-moving emblem in conformity with Section 307.127, RSMo., or a bicycle safety flag which extends not less than seven (7) feet above the ground, attached to the rear of the vehicle. The bicycle safety flag shall be triangular in shape with an area of not less than thirty (30) square inches and shall be DayGlo™ in color.
[R.O. 1996 § 386.040; Ord. No. 2285 § 1, 4-8-2013; Ord. No. 2576, 2-14-2022]
A. 
No individual who owns a neighborhood vehicle or UTV will be permitted to operate said vehicle within the City of Grain Valley unless it has been properly registered and permitted with the City of Grain Valley.
B. 
The Chief of Police, or his or her authorized designee, shall hereby be designated as the City Official with the authority to issue permits for neighborhood vehicles and UTVs within the City and collect a fee per the comprehensive fee schedule upon issuance of the permit. No permit shall be issued until the fee is paid.
C. 
To register for a neighborhood vehicle/UTV permit, an individual must present the neighborhood vehicle/UTV for visual inspection by the Chief of Police (or designee) and provide the following:
1. 
A completed neighborhood vehicle/UTV vehicle registration application supplied by the Grain Valley Police Department to include the following:
a. 
Owner's full name.
b. 
Owner's address and location of where vehicle is to be kept.
c. 
Driver's license number, state of issuance and copy of driver's license.
d. 
Insurance policy number, name of insurance company and contact information.
e. 
Vehicle make, model, year and color.
2. 
Proof of ownership with the year, make and model listed.
3. 
A paid property tax receipt listing the UTV. This requirement is waived if the UTV was purchased in the prior or current calendar year. This requirement does not apply to neighborhood vehicles.
4. 
Proof of liability insurance that specifically lists the vehicle as referenced by the serial number/VIN number, year of model and meets proper coverage limits required by State laws for licensed motor vehicles.
5. 
Proof of registration and proof of insurance shall be carried with the vehicle, and produced upon request of any Law Enforcement Officer. The registration sticker provided by the Grain Valley Police Department should be affixed to the vehicle on the left rear fender.
6. 
Registrations shall be renewed every two years on even-numbered years.
a. 
If registering and licensing a neighborhood vehicle or UTV for the first time on an even year, the permit is valid for up to two (2) years expiring on April 30 of the next even-numbered year.
b. 
If the permit is issued on an odd year, it is valid until April 30 of the upcoming even-numbered year.
7. 
The City will charge a registration and licensing fee as set forth in the Comprehensive Fee Schedule for all new and renewed neighborhood vehicles and UTVs. Fees are not prorated.
[R.O. 1996 § 386.050; Ord. No. 2285 § 1, 4-8-2013; Ord. No. 2576, 2-14-2022]
The penalties set forth in Section 100.110, General Penalty, of this Code, shall apply to any violation of this Chapter.