Mobility & Curb Rules in Nashville, TN (2026)

2 verified mobility & curb rules for Nashville, Tennessee, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

Verified from official government sources

Shared E-Scooter Rules

After several years of pilot programs, Metro Council significantly tightened shared electric scooter rules under Metro Code Title 12. NDOT permits a limited number of operators, requires designated parking corrals downtown, and bans riding on most sidewalks and on Lower Broadway during peak hours.

Shared electric scooter operating rules

Heavy Restrictions

Full ordinance details →Official source ↗

Bike Lane Rules

NDOT designs and maintains the Music City Bikeway and an expanding network of protected and buffered bike lanes. Metro Code Title 12 enforces motorist behavior in bike lanes, including no-stopping rules, three-foot passing, and special yielding requirements at intersections.

Music City Bikeway and protected bike lanes

Some Restrictions

Full ordinance details →Official source ↗

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County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Nashville city rules.

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