A Frames Signs & Footpath Sales

Can I have

• an A frame advertising sign
• tables & chairs
• goods for sale

on public footpaths or naturestrips on Council land?

Yes, providing you apply for a permit and comply with the following conditions:

A Frame advertising signs

• The advertising board is less than 1 metre high x 0.6 metre wide
• The bottom of the A-board faces is no more than 0.8 metre apart
• One board only is permitted
• The sign is securely anchored
• The sign is displayed during business hours only
• The sign is not attached to any street furniture, trees or fittings, sandbags or weights
• No damage to Council assets be caused 
• The sign is covered by an approved Public Liability Policy of insurance at all times during the terms of the permit in the name of the trader, providing the coverage of at least $10 million
• The footway remaining is at least 1.5 metre wide
• The sign is displayed on the kerbside of the footpath 0.5 metre in from the kerb, in front of the occupier's separate tenement during business hours only.
    

Goods for sale, and tables and chairs used for outdoor dining

• Display is directly outside the premises of application during business hours only
• No impediment is caused to vehicles or pedestrians
• At least 1.5 metre of footway extending out from the property line remains unobstructed
• Display to be located on the kerbside, but not right on the kerb
• The goods for sale or tables and chairs are covered by an approved Public Liability Policy of insurance at all times during the terms of the permit in the name of the trader, providing the coverage of at least $10 Million
• Food handling techniques satisfy Food Act requirements

Note: Please refer to the permit application guidelines for full details of requirements.

How do I get a permit?

You will need to complete a permit application form. Forms are available from the Local Laws team by calling us on 1300 88 22 33, or download a copy below. An annual fee applies, and the application form must be completed in full. A copy of your Insurance Certificate of Currency showing $10 million Public Liability coverage is required upon application.