Street Furniture Permits

Hindmarsh Shire Council, under Hindmarsh Municipal Local Law, is responsible for ensuring roads, footpaths and public areas within the town precinct are safe for use by pedestrian traffic. Through the Street Furniture Permit application process, Council can assess safety aspects of the proposed furniture and ensure placement complies with Local Laws and other relevant legislation.

What is Street Furniture?

Street Furniture refers to items placed in public areas- particularly on footpaths or within road reserves- that are associated with a business or organisation.

These may include:

  • moveable signs (such as A-frame signs)
  • goods or items displayed for sale
  • advertising flags
  • wind barriers
  • tables and chairs

These items can enhance the visibility and accessibility of a business, but they must be placed safely and legally to avoid obstructing pedestrian traffic or creating hazards.

Why do I need a permit for Street Furniture?

A permit is required to ensure that any street furniture:

  • complies with Locals Laws and safety standards
  • does not obstruct pedestrian pathways
  • is appropriately insured and documented

Permit Application Requirements:

To apply for a permit, you will need to provide:

  • organisation or business details
  • a detailed site plan
  • a copy of your Certificate of Currence for Public Liability Insurance
  • details and descriptions of the proposed street furniture (ie: signs, tables, chairs)
 
Permit cost:

A lodgement fee of $150.00 is charged for a three-year permit.

How do I apply?

The Application for Street Furniture Permit must be filled out and all required documentation attached (as listed in the application checklist) prior to submitting the application to Council.
You can

  • email your completed application and associated documents to locallaws@hindmarsh.vic.gov.au
  • return them via post to: PO Box 250 Nhill VIC 3418, or
  • deliver them to any Customer Service Centre during normal operating hours

Once the application is lodged with Council, the applicant will be issued an invoice for payment of the associated fee.

APPLY HERE(PDF, 176KB)

For further information or enquiries, please contact Local Laws on (03) 5391 4444 or locallaws@hindmarsh.vic.gov.au.

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