Micromobility Policies by City

A note on COVID-19:

In the face of COVID-19, the way people travel has seen various changes. The pandemic will have long-term impacts on transportation choices that governmental agencies and policy makers will need to navigate carefully. Most cities have resumed micromobility services, and some launched new BikeShare programs within the past year. The following resources will continue to be helpful when considering the safety of shared bikes, e-bikes and e-scooters as a mobility option.

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Incorporating micromobility in a city comes with a set of policies that regulate both the vendors and users of micromobility vehicles. The following is a list of micromoblity policies by city in the form of municipal codes, pilot program statues, and permit programs ordinances. Note that this section is continuously being updated and does not reflect a complete listing. 

Do you know of a micromobility policy we can add to the list? Please let us know at safetrec@berkeley.edu

Beverly Hills

City Code Title 7 Chapter 6 -- Direct link to ordinance unavailable

  • To navigate, follow the table of contents on the left sidebar. Click Title 7 followed by Chapter 6 to reach the ordinance. 
  • Ordinance 19-O-2794 prohibits operation of shared mobility devices as of July 24, 2018

E-scooter FAQ -- Current as of 2018

Goleta

Municipal Code 10.05.010 -- Direct link to ordinance unavailable

  • To navigate, follow the table of contents on the landing page. Click Title 10 followed by Chapter 10.05 to reach the ordinance. 
  • Chapter 10.05 prohibits operation of shared mobility devices as of May 2019

San Diego

Micromobility Info Page with the following Municipal Codes referenced 

  • Unauthorized Encroachment
  • Use of Public Parks & Beaches
  • Sale of Merchandise, etc

Ordinance O-21070 -- Amendment to Municipal Code through addition of Division 3 titled "Shared Mobility Devices"

Municipal Code 83.03.01 - 83.03.13 -- Permit Conditions, etc

San Diego Association of Governments (SANDAG)

San Francisco

Powered Scooter Share Permit and Pilot Program General Site

Municipal Codes

Santa Cruz

Ordinance No. 2018-12 

  • Ordinance No. 2018-12 prohibits operation of shared mobility devices as of September 25, 2018

Santa Monica