Street parties, special events and fundraisers

Dancing in the street at the Fitzroy Town Hall re-opening Council is happy to work with residents and community groups to assist with road occupations for street parties, special events and fundraisers.

If you need a road or lane closed for a short time for an event, you will need to apply to Council for a permit.

Council has put together information to help you plan a safe and successful event.

Download the application form

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What to do

There are a few things that need to be done to prepare for a street closure. These include:

Appoint an event coordinator
Fill in and submit a Temporary Road Occupation application
Comply with all Council local laws
Obtain public liability of at least $10m
Obtain any approvals or permits required by other relevant authorities, e.g. Victoria Police, VicRoads
Notify affected residents and businesses of the event.

Timeframe

You must submit your application minimum 8 weeks prior to the event. The Victoria Police require 10 weeks notice prior to the event. Applications to Victoria Police must be accompanied by a letter of approval from Council.

Additional requirements for a street party road closure

For a temporary road occupation for a street party to go ahead the party must be:

Held in a local street
Supported by at least 80% of the street's residents and businesses.

Victoria Police

The Victoria Police require 10 weeks notice prior to the event. Applications to Victoria Police must be accompanied by a letter of approval from Council.

Check the Victoria Police website for application form and terms and conditions relating to a Permit to Conduct an Event on a Public Road.

Costs

It may be possible for Public Liability Insurance Policy for a residential street party to be arranged through a local government-affiliated insurance broker.

Click here for more information or phone Local Community Insurance on 1300 853 800.

Strict conditions apply before such a policy can be issued.

Permit costs can vary depending on the application and the nature of the activity. Contact council for further details relating to fees on 9205 5063.

Further information
Construction Management Branch
9205 5063
info@yarracity.vic.gov.au