Your property
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We’re updating Bayside’s Local Law and Footpath Trading Policy to make our laws clearer, fairer and easier to follow. Regularly reviewing these rules helps ensure our shared spaces stay safe, accessible and welcoming. We’ve heard from our community that some rules are not strong enough, such as for the management of construction sites, and parking of caravans, boats and trailers on public roads. We also want to make it easier for traders to do business in Bayside by simplifying standard required permits, and we’ve drafted the revised Footpath Trading Policy in line with what Bayside traders have told us. We’ve drafted a proposed new Local Law and
Footpath Trading Policy based on community and trader feedback
so far. Now we’re seeking your
feedback to understand if the proposed changes are supported. We’re proposing changes to make the rules:
Some changes also respond to community feedback by:
Your feedback will guide further refinements before these new rules and regulations are considered by Council for adoption in September 2026. |
Proposed amendments
In Stage 1 community engagement, 1,321 people had their say on the Local Law and Footpath Trading Policy review.
We heard that the Local Law and Footpath Trading Policy needs to be easier to understand, easier to use and applied more consistently. People also told us they want stronger enforcement and well-maintained assets and facilities, without creating extra red tape.
The proposed changes respond to that feedback. They make the Local Law clearer and easier to read, update the layout, definitions and penalties, and better show how it links with other laws and policies. This should make the rules more practical and easier to administer.
Key areas for the proposed amendments include:
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Your animals
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Fire safety
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Waste and recycling
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Council land and roads
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Vehicles on Council land and roads
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Smoking and alcohol
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Businesses in Bayside
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Construction
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Permits, administration and enforcement
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Deleted clauses
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Footpath Trading Policy
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Frequently asked questions
How to participate
To make a submission or enquiry, please get in touch via the following methods:
- Online via the survey on this page
- Ask a question in the Q&A forum
- Drop-in to one of our 'Talk to us' events. Click the 'Register to attend' link on this page, for the session you would like to attend, and register to attend (required)
- In person at the Corporate Centre at 76 Royal Avenue, Sandringham
- Book a meeting with the Amenity Protection Team to discuss the proposed changes
- Email eschreiber@bayside.vic.gov.au
- Phone 03 9599 4444
- Post to Bayside City Council, Local Law Review PO Box 27 Sandringham 3191
- Anonymously via the postal, phone or email details above.
Materials can be provided in accessible formats on request.
Submissions close Sunday 19 July 2026
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