Lawrence County approves all-purpose vehicles on county roads

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 20 Oct, 03:32 · Archive

Lawrence County, Ohio has approved the use of all-purpose vehicles on county roads following a unanimous resolution.

Lawrence County, Ohio Commission has unanimously passed a resolution permitting all-purpose vehicles (APVs) on county roads. The vehicles covered by the resolution include side-by-sides, UTVs, four-wheelers and golf carts. The resolution does not apply to state roads, federal highways or township roads, though commissioners said they hope townships throughout the county will also adopt similar measures.

Commissioner DeAnna Holliday said she has spent ten years working to expand outdoor recreation opportunities in the county. Commissioner Mike Finley cited tourism potential and support for locally owned businesses in rural areas. All three county commissioners backed the resolution, with Finley noting the move will simplify APV use by allowing drivers to refuel locally rather than transporting vehicles by trailer.

Finley said the commissioners are 'trying to draw a family-oriented business to Lawrence County without really costing the county any money'. He also emphasised that safety was a concern, stating that APVs 'do not perform the same as a regular vehicle' and that officials wanted to prevent accidents.

How it is being reported

• APV drivers get new road access in Lawrence CountyLAWRENCE COUNTY, Ohio (WOWK) -- All-purpose vehicles (APVs) can now be driven on Lawrence County roadways, according to the Lawrence County Commissioners. APVs include four-wheelers, ATV's and golf carts, and now, three county commissioners unanimously passed a resolution on Tuesday after continued advocacy from community members to open up the roadways for them. “For the [...]Wowktv · 20 Oct, 03:09
• Commission passes APV resolutionA resolution has been passed by the Lawrence County, Ohio Commission to allow All-Purpose Vehicles (APV) on county roads.WSAZ · 20 Oct, 00:21

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