06/16/2026
📢 NEW ORDINANCE ALERT – GOLF CARTS, UTVs, MINI-TRUCKS & OTHER QUALIFYING VEHICLES NOW PERMITTED ON VILLAGE STREETS
Village Council has approved a new ordinance allowing the operation of Golf Carts, Under-Speed Vehicles (USVs), Low-Speed Vehicles (LSVs), Utility Vehicles (UTVs), and Mini-Trucks on public roadways within the Village of Woodsfield, subject to inspection, registration, and compliance requirements.
🚦 KEY REQUIREMENTS
✅ All vehicles must be inspected by the Woodsfield Police Department before they can be legally operated on Village roadways.
✅ Operators must be at least 16 years of age and possess a valid driver’s license.
✅ Drivers and passengers must comply with all applicable Ohio traffic laws and Village of Woodsfield Codified Ordinances.
📏 ORDINANCE RULES
🚫 These vehicles may NOT be operated on any public roadway with a posted speed limit greater than 35 mph.
📝 HOW TO LEGALLY OPERATE YOUR VEHICLE
1️⃣ Schedule an Inspection
Contact the Woodsfield Police Department at 740-472-5771 or stop by in person to schedule an inspection.
2️⃣ Complete the Inspection
A member of the Woodsfield Police Department will inspect the vehicle. Proof of State Minimum Liability Insurance must be presented at the time of inspection.
3️⃣ Pay the Inspection Fee
After the inspection, a $50.00 inspection fee must be paid at the Woodsfield Police Department, 221 South Main Street, Woodsfield, Ohio.
Accepted payment methods:
• Cash
• Check
• Credit/Debit Card
The $50.00 fee applies to all inspections, including re-inspections if a vehicle does not pass the initial inspection.
4️⃣ Obtain a Certificate of Title
Take your Inspection Certificate, Proof of Insurance, and Proof of Ownership to the Title Office to obtain a certificate of title.
5️⃣ Obtain Your License Plate
Bring your Inspection Certificate, Title, and Proof of Insurance to the Ohio BMV. Once verified, a license plate will be issued for your vehicle.
⚠️ IMPORTANT
A valid driver’s license, proof of insurance, registration, and license plate are required before operating these vehicles on Village streets.
📄 Attached below is the Ohio BMV Under-Speed Vehicle Inspection Form, which contains the list of required equipment and safety features your vehicle must have in order to pass inspection and be eligible for registration.
https://dam.assets.ohio.gov/image/upload/publicsafety.ohio.gov/DPS1373.pdf
For questions or to schedule an inspection, contact the Woodsfield Police Department at 740-472-5771.
