Consultation Closed - Roadside and Footpath Trading Policy

The purpose of this policy review is to:

• Ensure that the Policy remains current and consistent with its objectives.
• Invite feedback from our business community regarding the appropriateness and impact of the Policy following 4 years in operation.
• Invite feedback from our community regarding the Policy impacts and effectiveness in relation to the needs of motorists, pedestrians, people with a disability, footpath and roadside trading, advertising, merchandise displays and kerbside dining.
• Identify emerging issues.
• Ensure that the policy is clear, understandable and enforceable. 
• Identify potential improvements or amendments to be made to the Policy and the application process.

Phase 1 –Community consultation (now closed)

Community consultation on the Roadside and Footpath Trading Policy is now closed.

We asked the community to review this policy and provide any feedback and suggestions for improvement.

This consultation opportunity was open until 5pm Friday 10 September 2021.

Phase 2 - Adoption of the Roadside and Footpath Trading Policy (late 2021)

Following the community consultation period, all feedback received will be considered and any required amendments will be made to the policy before it is presented to Council for adoption in late 2021.

Thank you for taking the time to provide your feedback. Your thoughts and ideas are highly valued and will ultimately form part of Council’s decision making process.

Council Officers will consolidate comments and feedback and consider all submissions to assist in making further recommendations to Council. 

Have questions? We’re here to help! For questions about the Roadside and Footpath Trading Policy please contact Council’s Community Compliance Team on 5624 2411 or by email at bawbaw@bawbawshire.vic.gov.au