2026 Homeowner Golf Carts

The following changes to the Homeowner golf cart program are effective for 2026. Golf carts must display a 2026 golf cart decal by February 28, 2026. 

For 2026, the maximum number of available golf cart stickers will be 255. Stickers will be issued on a first come first served basis. 

1. Golf Carts

All golf carts must be properly registered in accordance with rules established by the Kingston Plantation Master Association. Homeowners requesting decals must be in good standing with KPMA. 

  • Only ONE homeowner golf cart decal per unit is available for purchase annually. 
  • Homeowners are required to provide updated insurance information and must attach a copy of the KPMA Rules for Golf Cart Operation to the key, steering wheel or dashboard. Once an application is approved, a golf cart decal will be issued by the KPMA office. 
  • If a homeowner allows others to operate the golf cart, it may result in the golf cart decal being revoked, the loss of golf cart privileges and/or removal of the golf cart from the Plantation at the homeowner's expense. 
  • All golf carts must display a 2026 KPMA homeowner golf cart decal on the windshield. Golf carts found with no decal may be removed from the property at the owner's expense. 
  • The charging of electric golf carts shall occur only in private garages, carports with electric outlets or at KPMA approved charging stations. Golf Carts may not be charged using extension cords from owners' units.
  • Golf carts must be in good working order and without fuel or oil leaks. 
  • Golf carts may only be covered with a manufactured golf cart cover. 
  • Gas cans may not be stored on the Plantation. Gas golf carts should be filled up at a local gas station. 

2. Rules for Golf Cart Operation

Golf cart drivers MUST be 16 years of age or older and LICENSED to operate a motor vehicle. Driver must have a valid driver's license and provide such to a security officer, when requested. Golf cart decals may be suspended or revoked for violation of this rule. 

  • Golf cart drivers MUST NOT be under the influence of alcohol or drugs; No open alcoholic containers in golf carts. 
  • Golf cart drivers MUST obey all speed limits, parking signage and any instructions by security officers. 
  • Golf cart drivers MUST obey all Rules and Regulations established by KPMA, Horry County and the State of South Carolina. 
  • Golf carts must be parked in secondary parking spaces located away from the buildings. Golf cart parking areas have been provided in a number of designated locations. 
  • Owners may park golf carts in their unit's garage or carport. 
  • Golf carts are NOT PERMITTED to be operated or parked on sidewalks, grass or any landscaped areas, except for designated charging areas. 
  • Golf carts MUST NOT be overloaded with passengers or equipment (no more than seating capacity). 
  • All golf carts operated after sunset or before sunrise must be equipped with adequate lighting to illuminate the front and rear of the golf cart. 
  • All golf carts must enter Kingston Plantation only through the designated KPMA gate at the Security building, or through the gate into Canterbury III (residents only). 

To obtain a 2026 Homeowner Golf Cart Decal, please: 

  • Complete and sign the enclosed Registration Form and Golf Cart Rules & Regulations 
  • Provide a copy of your valid Driver's License 
  • Provide a copy of the DECLARATIONS page of your valid Golf Cart Liability Insurance 
  • Mail all of the above, along with your $200.00 check made payable to: 

Kingston Plantation Master Association
9776-H Kings Road
Myrtle Beach, SC 29572.

Or, email a copy of your driver's license and insurance declarations page to [email protected]

**Applications will not be accepted without a valid driver's license and insurance declarations page.

Upon receipt of all of the required documentation and $200.00 payment, a 2026 Owner Golf Cart Decal and laminated copy of the Rules for Golf Cart Operation will be mailed to you. Golf Cart Decals purchased in the Association office must be made using a Check or Credit/Debit card. The KPMA office no longer accepts cash payments or credit card payments by phone. 

If you no longer own your golf cart, please notify the Association office so that we may update our records. Should you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact our office at (843) 839-1717.