Use non-motorised plant and equipment in public space

This is called a permit to occupy public space. You must get this permit for part or full occupation of footpaths, roads or laneways.

How to apply

Fill in the online form to apply to use non-motorised plant and equipment or set up a safety exclusion zone on public land. To start an application, you'll need to log in with your registered customer account. Find out more about how to register and log in.

You will need to attach supporting documents as part of the application.

Supporting documents

You must submit an approved Traffic Management Plan (TMP) when you apply. 

Your TMP must be prepared by a qualified traffic management practitioner if you:

• can't maintain the minimum pedestrian clearance on the footpath (for details on minimum clearances see Table 15.4 in the Code of Practice for Building, Construction and Works)
• will occupy all or part of any road or laneway, including parking bays.

You must provide a copy of a certificate of currency for public liability insurance. This must be for a value of at least $20 million. Find out more about our requirements for public liability insurance.

Amend, extend or cancel a permit

To amend, extend or cancel your permit, log in to City of Melbourne ServicesOpens in new tab and navigate to the My Permits page. 

You can apply for a refund as part of the cancellation process. Application fees are not refundable or transferable.

Fees

You must pay an application fee of $117.90. 

The space occupation fee is $2.40 per m2 per day.

The cost to amend an application is $55.80 per application.