Road Occupancy

Road Occupancy and Work Zone Permits

If your work affects a road, footpath, parking lane, nature strip or other public space, Council approval may be required before work starts. Use this page to identify the approval you need and prepare a complete application.

Before applying: Have your site plan, traffic management documents and insurance certificate ready.

Which approval do I need?

Approval	When it may be required
Road Occupancy Permit	Temporary use or closure of a road, footpath or parking area, including cranes, deliveries, utility works, skip bins or construction activities.
Work Zone Permit	Dedicated kerbside space for construction vehicles, regular deliveries or loading beside approved development.
Hoarding or Scaffolding Permit	Hoardings, scaffolding, temporary fencing, gantries or overhead protection within or above the road reserve.

Applicant checklist

Exact site address and a plan showing the area to be occupied
Description of the work, proposed dates, times and duration
Details of vehicles, plant or equipment
Traffic Control Plan and any required traffic or pedestrian management plans
Current Public Liability Insurance Certificate of Currency
Applicant, site supervisor and after-hours contact details
Relevant development, construction or other authority approvals, where required

Allow time for assessment

Assessment timeframes depend on the location and complexity of the proposal. Additional assessment may be required where works affect major roads, traffic signals, busy pedestrian areas or require referral to another authority. Apply well before your proposed start date.

Avoid delays

Applications may be delayed when plans, traffic management documents or insurance details are missing, expired or do not match the proposed work. Check that all information is complete before lodging your application.

If approved

You must follow all permit conditions, use the approved traffic controls, maintain safe access, protect Council assets and work only within the approved dates and times.