Please Note: Our Local Laws may not be the only legislation governing the activity you wish to undertake. In some instances for example, you may require a planning permit or permission from another authority (eg VicRoads).
There are a number of reasons you may need to apply for a local law permit. Some of these reasons will have their own specific application form. Please check the list below to make sure you're applying for the right permit. Click on any of the items below to learn how to apply.
If none of these apply to what you are wanting to do, it is likely you'll need a general local law permit.
Apply and pay online
OR download and complete the local law application form(PDF, 72KB) and return it to one of our customer service offices. Please note that fee charged is an application fee and will not be refunded in the circumstance that your application is unsuccessful.
Your application will be assessed by our Community Safety Team. This may involve an inspection of your property to assess the suitability of your request and discussing the application with nearby neighbours. You will then be notified of the outcome and, if your application has been successful, you will receive your permit.
The Mornington Peninsula Shire Local Laws makes provision for residents to apply for a Local Law permit when the activity they wish to undertake is not permitted without approval of a Local Law permit. The purpose of Local Law permits is to regulate certain activities to ensure they do not impact on the safety of the public, create a nuisance or unduly affect the amenity of the area.
There are a number of reasons you may require a permit. These are specified in the Mornington Peninsula Shire's Community Amenity Local Law 2022. If you're not sure whether or not you need one, please contact us.
Permit application fees depend on the type of permit you're applying for. All permit application fees are non-refundable in the case a permit is not approved.