Section 1720-04-05-.04 - VEHICLE OPERATION(1) All persons operating a vehicle on University property or in the campus area, which includes city streets running through University property, must be properly licensed operators.(2) Pedestrians have the right of way at established pedestrian crossings, except where regulated by traffic control lights or police officers.(3) Under normal conditions the maximum speed limit on campus streets is 20 mph and 30 mph on the city streets or as posted. However, vehicles may not be operated at any speed which is excessive for the conditions which may exist as a result of weather, traffic congestion, pedestrians, etc.(4) Traffic control signs, devices and directions of police officers will be obeyed.(5) All persons operating vehicles are responsible for maintaining control of the vehicle, safe operation of the vehicle, and observance of traffic control signs, barriers, and devices.(6) Operating a motor vehicle in any area other than a street or roadway intended for motor vehicles is prohibited.(7) All accidents must be reported to the University Police immediately (974-3111).(8) Bicycles operated on campus or city streets will be controlled under the same regulations and conditions that apply to motor vehicles.Tenn. Comp. R. & Regs. 1720-04-05-.04
Original rule filed May 27, 1986; effective August 12, 1986. Amendment filed October 31, 1990; effective January 29, 1991. Amendment filed August 31, 1995; effective December 30, 1995. Amendment filed January 13, 1999; effective May 31, 1999.Authority: Public Acts of Tennessee, 1839-1840, chapter 98, Section 5 and Public Acts of Tennessee, 1807, chapter 64.