PERMITS

1. Learner’s Permit Requirements:

• Must be at least 4’9” tall
• Must be at least 10 years old
• Must pass written test
• Submit to a practice driving test for proficiency
• Be a homeowner or Club member, or child, grandchild or other family member of a homeowner or member
• Children of guests are not permitted to be licensed, therefore are not able to drive unless they possess a valid state issued driver’s license.

2. Drivers operating a golf cart with a learner’s permit are subject to the following provisions:

• May only drive when accompanied by a licensed adult at least 18 years old
• May only drive a “slow” cart (maximum speed of 17 mph)
• May drive only during daylight hours
• While driving, the ORCA Public Safety Golf Cart Permit must be worn with the provided yellow lanyard
• An indemnification Agreement must be signed by the parent/relative.

LICENSES

3. Golf Cart License Requirements:

• Must be at least 12 years old
• Must be at least 4’9” tall
• Must have held a learner’s permit for at least 12 months
• Pass a driving test conducted by a trained and approved Public Safety Officer
• Be a homeowner or Club member, or a child or grandchild or other family member of a homeowner or member

4. Drivers operating a golf cart with a license are subject to the following provisions:

• May only drive a “slow” cart (maximum speed of 17 mph)
• While driving, the license must be worn with the provided lanyard
• May only drive during daylight hours
• An Indemnification Agreement must be signed by the parent/relative