Section 321O.7 - Regulation by local authorities1. A local authority, as defined in section 321.1, in the interest of public safety, may prohibit the operation of personal delivery devices on certain roads and pedestrian areas within its jurisdiction if operation in those areas would constitute a safety hazard.2. Except as authorized under subsection 1, a local authority shall not regulate the operation, equipment, licensing, registration, or taxation of a personal delivery device in a manner inconsistent with this chapter, including but not limited to imposing additional taxes, fees, assessments, surcharges, licenses, registrations, or certifications, or by imposing additional restrictions or requirements relating to hours or areas of operation, equipment, or the types of cargo or goods that may be transported.3. This section does not affect the power of a local authority's peace officers to enforce the laws of this state relating to the operation of a personal delivery device.Added by 2021 Iowa, ch 119, s 9, eff. 7/1/2021.