Neighborhood Electric Vehicle (NEV) Access to Roadways
The cities of Lincoln and Rocklin in Placer County may establish an NEV transportation plan before January 1, 2012. NEVs are defined as low-speed vehicles that may be used on state highways under certain conditions. If the cities choose to adopt an NEV transportation plan, they must prepare a report to the California Legislature that includes a description of the plan, an evaluation of the effectiveness of the plan, and a recommendation as to whether the authorization to establish NEV transportation plans should be expanded statewide. Additionally, discussions are encouraged between the legislature, the California Department of Motor Vehicles, and the California Highway Patrol regarding the adoption of a new classification for licensing motorists who use NEVs. Additional jurisdictions that may establish NEV transportation plans are as follows:
| Jurisdiction | Report Deadline | NEV Transportation Plan Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Amador County, City of Jackson, City of Sutter Creek, and Amador City | January 1, 2015 | January 1, 2016 |
| City of Fresno | November 1, 2014 | January 1, 2016 |
| Riverside County | January 1, 2016 | January 1, 2017 |
| Orange County (Ranch Plan Planned Community) | November 1, 2015 | January 1, 2017 |
(Reference Assembly Bill 61, 2011; Senate Bill 290, 2011; and California Streets and Highways Code 1962, 1963-1963.8 and 1965-1965.7)