Powered Micromobility Devices
San Diego Municipal Code § 511.0322
in effect§511.0322 Powered Micromobility Devices
(a) Local Addition. Section 322.6, Sales Prohibited, is added as follows:
The sale, rental, leasing, storage, repair, modification, or assembly of lithium-ion and lithium metal batteries not listed by a nationally recognized testing laboratory, including associated equipment and charging devices, shall be prohibited in the City of San Diego. Any modifications made to a listed battery or associated equipment shall void the listing.
(b) Local Addition. Section 322.6.1, Documentation, is added as follows:
Retailers, resellers, and distributors of lithium-ion and lithium metal batteries must:
(1) Display visible proof of the applicable listing from a nationally recognized testing laboratory on each device or battery offered for sale, rental, or lease.
(2) Provide documentation of the applicable listing upon request to consumers or the Fire Code Official.
(3) Conspicuously post San Diego Fire-Rescue Department safety guidelines regarding lithium-ion battery use, storage, and charging practices at all physical retail locations and online storefronts.
(c) Local Addition. Section 322.6.2, Modifications Prohibited, is added as follows:
The reconditioning, modification, or assembly of non-listed or previously used lithium-ion battery cells into new battery packs or devices is prohibited. Any alteration to a listed or certified battery or device shall render its certification void and constitute a violation of this code.
(“Powered Micromobility Devices” added 1-29-2026 by O-22043 N.S.; effective 2-28-2026.)
Source: City of San Diego Office of the City Clerk, San Diego Municipal Code and City Charter (docs.sandiego.gov PDFs)URL: https://docs.sandiego.gov/municode/MuniCodeChapter05/Ch05Art11Division03.pdf#page=3Fetched: 10/28/2026