Donation Bin Permit

• Donation bins are for clothing only.
• Bins must clearly display the organisation name, beneficiary, and contact phone number.
• Bins must be securely constructed, stable in all weather and designed to minimise vandalism.
• Bins must be placed on ground level in the approved location only.
• The permit holder must maintain bins and surrounding areas, and remove any waste placed next to or blown from the bin, including all items within a 5-metre radius of the bin, within 24 hours of becoming aware or being notified of such waste.
• Offensive graffiti must be removed within 24 hours of becoming aware or being notified. All other graffiti must be removed within 5 business days.
• Bins must be checked and cleared regularly - at least every 48 hours, or daily during peak periods.
• Public Liability Insurance of $20 million must be held and provided to Council.
• Application and permit fees apply unless waived for eligible organisations.
• The permit is valid only for the approved bin(s) and approved site(s).
• Council may inspect bin sites at any time.
• Bins that do not meet permit conditions may be removed or impounded without notice.
• If illegal dumping continues to occur at the bin site, Council may require the permit holder to install CCTV or other deterrent measures to monitor and reduce unlawful activity.
• The permit becomes invalid if fees are unpaid, insurance lapses, or conditions are breached.
• Moving or installing bins at a new site requires Council approval.

Print version: Clothing Donation Bin Permit Conditions(PDF, 242KB)

• Proof of registration with ACNC or Charitable Reuse Australia membership.
• Detailed plan illustrating the proposed location for the placement of donation bins, including the number of bins (use aerial or satellite images).
• Public liability insurance cover details (minimum of $20 million).
• Specific details about the bin (colour, organisation name, contact information).

• Non-refundable application fee: $143.50
• Permit fee: $425.40 per donation bin per site.
• The permit fee is waived for approved Charitable Reuse Australia members and organisations registered with ACNC, but application must still be made for a non-fee permit.