Business in public spaces

If you wish to conduct your business from public land you will need to enter into a licence agreement with Council. 

Some examples when a licence is needed are Fitness Groups, Surf Schools, Stand-up Paddle Boards etc or any activity where you are deriving an income from the use of public space or assets. To assist staff when assessing your request it is recommended you supply as much information as possible on your proposed activities including, but not limited to, the following:

• Type of activity
• Foreshore area to be used as a base to set up / set down
• Hours of operation
• Days of operation
• Qualifications
• Level on public liability insurance
• Class sizes
• Are you in competition with another operator
• Equipment used
• Does the equipment have workcover / safety Certificates?

Submit your request