§ 150-51. Speed zones.

(a)

Designation. Except as otherwise specifically provided in this chapter or by ordinance, the city shall be divided into two speed zones. The inner zone shall consist of the area included within a circle, whose radius is 2½ miles centered on the intersection of Peachtree Street and Marietta Street at Five Points. The outer zone shall consist of all of the area of the city except the area included within the inner zone.

(b)

Maximum speed permitted. Except when a special hazard exists that requires lower speed for compliance with law, it shall be unlawful for any person to drive a motor vehicle within the inner zone at a rate of speed in excess of 25 miles per hour or within the outer zone at a rate of speed in excess of 35 miles per hour, unless a higher rate of speed has been specifically authorized for the particular street by this chapter or an appropriate ordinance and appropriate signs are in place stating this authorized rate of speed.

(Code 1977, § 13-2192)

State law reference

Speed generally, O.C.G.A. § 40-6-180 et seq.; alteration of speed limits by local authorities, O.C.G.A. § 40-6-183.