Raleigh permits a limited number of shared e-scooter operators under a 2019 pilot ordinance requiring fleet caps, geofenced no-ride zones near NC State, insurance, and data sharing with the city's Office of Transportation.
The shared mobility ordinance authorizes the Office of Transportation to issue annual permits with fleet caps, helmet education, and equity distribution requirements. Operators must geofence reduced-speed zones near NC State, downtown, and Pullen Park, plus share trip data. Riders must be sixteen or older and follow standard traffic laws. Sidewalk riding is prohibited downtown. The city collects per-trip fees that fund mobility infrastructure. Bird and Lime have been historical permittees, with availability fluctuating year to year.
Sidewalk riding downtown carries $50 fines. Operating without a permit results in vehicle impound and $500-per-scooter daily penalties to the operator.
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