Footpath trading

Footpath trading refers to using the footpath in front of your business for activities such as:

  • Outdoor dining
  • Selling products
  • Displaying signage

You will need a footpath trading permit to place items on the footpath outside your business. Examples of the items allowed are:

  • Tables, chairs, bench seats and umbrellas
  • Advertising signs
  • Display of goods
  • Planter boxes, screens/barriers or promotional

Email

Step 1.Download the application form

Step 2.Submit your application

Fill out the application form and email it to info@mountalexander.vic.gov.au.

Step 3.What happens next?

When we have received your application, we will contact you to advise how to pay.

We will then be in touch to notify you of the outcome of your application.

In person

Step 1.Download the application form

(PDF, 322KB)

(PDF, 322KB)

Step 2.Submit your application and payment

Visit our Customer Service Counter to submit your application and make payment at: 

Corner Lyttleton and Lloyd Street, Castlemaine
8.30am - 5pm, Monday to Friday

Step 3.What happens next?

We will be in touch to notify you of the outcome of your application.

Fees

  • A-frame sign - $68.30 per sign
  • Goods for display - $107.60 per year
  • Tables, umbrellas or pots/plants - $6.00 per item 
  • Outdoor eating - $22.80 per seat (non licensed)
  • Outdoor eating - $29.00 per seat (licensed)
  • Real estate agent directional sign - $231.90 per franchise/per annum
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