Mobility

NEWS

Electronic Mobility Vehicle Registration Process

• Meet with your Primary Care Physician for advice on what type of vehicle will best fit your needs.
• Obtain an EMV registration packet from any front desk on the Rules of the Road.
• Show proof of liability insurance through your renter’s insurance.
• Sign the agreement that you’ll follow all rules outlined in the registration packet.
• Submit proof of insurance and the signed agreement to Gregory Johnson, Communications Manager, General Services. 443.297.3104
• You’ll receive a Registration Tag for your EMV.

See Resident Handbook, pages 66-69.  

Rules of the Road for an EMV

• Pedestrians ALWAYS have the right of way. EMVs are to be used for accessibility and mobility, not speed. Vehicles will not operate faster than an average resident’s walking pace.
• Stop at all intersections. All EMV operators are to stop at all intersections and blind spots, and then proceed with caution. Use a horn or bell to notify others. Negotiate with others when using elevators about the best way to enter and exit with your EMV. Ask for help to hold open the elevator door if needed.
• Ride in the center or to the right. To protect pedestrians entering corridors, EMV operators must ride in the center of the hallway. When approaching an intersection or pedestrians in the hall, keep to the right side of the hall.
• Do Not Drink and Drive! Consider the effects of alcohol and medication before driving.
• Pass with courtesy. Driver courtesy is expected of operators at all times. Passing is allowed in the hallways. Please politely notify pedestrians when passing by using a horn or a bell.
• Passing is not allowed on corners, or at intersections, or curves.
• Report all accidents and violations. If an accident or violation occurs, notify security immediately by calling the front desk.
• Adhere to Warnings/Instructions. Operators must adhere to any warning or instruction given by a Security/Emergency Services Officer or designated employees.
• Do not park in hallways. Fire code and community policy does not allow the parking of EMVs outside residences or in residential building hallways.
• Do not leave your EMV unattended.EMVs in the Restaurant. Residents with electric wheelchairs may choose to stay in their vehicle during the dinner hours. Due to their length, electric vehicles can cause risk hazards for other diners. Therefore, community employees will provide a complimentary valet service for standard devices.
• Motorized Vehicles on the Shuttle. Due to safety reasons, EMVs that are outside the Federal Guideline for a “common wheelchair” (30” wide x 48” long) will not be transported.
• The Size of the Vehicle should not be prohibitive to the safe operation in community hallways. The size of the vehicle will be no wider than 30 inches.
• The EMV registration is designated for the individual and their vehicle only. Please do not allow others to drive your vehicle without the proper training. Extra passengers (sitting on your lap or standing on the back) are not allowed while the vehicle is in motion.
• Contact your EMV vendor annually for a vehicle maintenance check. Treat your EMV like you would your automobile, do preventive maintenance to keep it in safe working order.