Provisions of Local Law No 3
Abandoned Shopping Trolleys
It is a breach of Council's Local Law No 3 to leave a shopping trolley on a road, on Council land or in a car park vested in Council, except in a designated trolley bay. Many trolleys end up in garden beds, creeks, round-abouts etc becoming an eyesore and a public risk.
A $100 on the spot fine could apply or a court imposed fine of up to $300.
Council Officers patrol and impound trolleys found outside of designated areas.
To report an abandoned shopping trolley for the following retailers - Safeway, Dan Murphy's, Woolworths, Big W and Target - go to
www.trolleytracker.com.au or free-call 1800 641 497.
- Brandon Park - Coles 9560 5645
- Clayton - Bi-Lo 9544 9530, Coles 9543 5393
- Glen Waverley - Coles 9802 1140
- Oakleigh - Coles 9563 2180
- Pinewood - Coles 9802 0254
- Waverley Gardens - Bi-Lo 9548 4859
Monash City Council Enquiries: 9518 3445.
Abandoned Vehicles
Any vehicle that has been abandoned on the street or on any Council land may be impounded. Council may also impound unregistered vehicles parked in the street or on any Council land, if the owner does not remove it.
Enquiries: 9518 3445.
Fire Hazard
Fire prevention is a matter requiring the support of the whole community. As weather warms up after spring, Council Officers commence a process in the City of Monash that seeks to ensure that ratepayers are reminded that long grass and any materials that may be, or may become, a fire hazard are dealt with or removed.
Where it is determined that a property is, or is likely to become, a fire hazard a fire prevention notice will be sent to the landowner giving them a direction to remove the cause of the problem.
Apart from the risk of fire, overgrown properties or those with accumulated flammable material look unsightly and attract snakes and vermin and detract from the amenity of the area.
- It is important for owners to implement a regular maintenance program on their property to ensure all long grass is slashed and other potential fire hazards are identified and removed without the need for Council intervention. It is important to be aware of late summer growth as a result of favourable conditions which can become a late fire hazard.
- Property owners should aim to maintain growing grass cut so as not to exceed 150 mm. Stored dry grass, dry tree branches and dry or dead vegetation should be removed or isolated so as to remove the possibility of being a fire hazard.
- Under the Metropolitan Fire Brigades Act and regulations people can be fined in excess of $500 if they allow their property to become a fire hazard.
Council officers are happy to discuss suitable maintenance programs with property owners or any fire prevention issues.
Enquiries: 9518 3445.
Incinerator/ Open Air Burning
Incinerator use is banned in this municipality. Burning can be conducted with a permit from the Local Laws Department, on Thursdays and Saturdays between 10.00 am and 3.00 pm (conditions apply). Fee applicable.
Enquiries: 9518 3445.
Municipal Amenity
It is an offence to dump or store any items, rubbish etc on any Council land or roadway. Bill posting on signposts etc is not permitted. Property owners are required to maintain their properties so as not to be in an unsightly or detrimental condition i.e. cut grass, remove any rubbish etc.
Building sites are required to ensure that they clean any mud/dirt/sand from the footway/roadway; and that in dry weather water trucks are kept on site to minimise dust emissions.
Enquiries: 9518 3445.
Billboard Advertising, Tin Shake Appeals
Organisations based within this municipality can apply for a permit with the Local Laws Department to conduct the above activities. Other charitable organisations may also be given permission to hold tin-shake appeals.
Enquiries: 9518 3445.
Signs and Goods on Footway
So as to ensure clear access for pedestrians, traders must obtain a permit from the Local Law Department in order to display an A-frame (or similar) sign or merchandise on the footway.
Enquiries: 9518 3445.
Street Performing/Busking
Street performers are required to apply for a permit. Performers must be 16 years or above, however exceptions may be made if the application is supported by an adult and the adult is present at the time of the performance. An application form and conditions are listed.
Enquiries: 9518 3445.
Overhanging Vegetation
Trees and bushes that overhang nature strips and pavements can be a hazard to pedestrians, particularly the elderly and the visually impaired, and can reduce visibility for drivers.
Monash City Council has local laws which require that vegetation not encroach onto the street at a height less than 3m and that clear visibility be maintained at intersections.
Failure to comply could make you liable for a $200 fine.
Enquiries: 9518 3445.
Noxious Weeds
Blackberry bushes are recognised noxious weeds in the City of Monash. Residents are required to ensure that they eradicate any such growth.
Enquiries: 9518 3445.
School Crossings
School Crossing Supervisors play an important role in ensuring safety at school crossings. Safety can also be improved by drivers ensuring that they obey all rules in the vicinity of crossings, and parents and schools ensuring children are educated on crossing the road.
Enquiries: 9518 3445.
VICROADS - Improving safety at school drop off and pick up times
Last updated: 18 May 2011
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