Closing a road for events

To close a Council road for your event you will need a permit. You must submit your application to Council by following the below steps, at least 4 weeks before the intended date of closing a road.

Major roads and arterials are managed by VicRoads. To hold an event or film on a VicRoads declared road, you will need to seek permission from them.
 
Find out if your event uses a VicRoads road below, and apply for a Vic Roads permit 12 weeks prior to your event date.

 

 

Online

Step 1.Prepare your documents

You need to provide the following documents with your application:

  • A Traffic Management Plan (TMP) prepared by an approved traffic management provider 
  • A Memorandum of Authorisation (MOA). Use the MOA template document(XLSX, 44KB)
  • Proof that you have consulted with residents and businesses who will be directly affected by the closure, eg. letter to residents

Step 2.Complete the online application form

Step 3.What happens next?

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

If all requirements are met and payment has been received, you will be notified of the outcome of your application within 14 days.

 

In person

Step 1.Prepare your documents

You need to provide the following documents with your application:

  • A Traffic Management Plan (TMP) prepared by an approved traffic management provider. 
  • A Memorandum of Authorisation (MOA). Use the MOA template document(XLSX, 44KB)

  • Proof that you have consulted with residents and businesses who will be directly affected by the closure, eg. letter to residents

Step 2.Download the application form

Step 3.Submit your application and payment

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

Civic Centre
Corner Lyttleton and Lloyd Street, Castlemaine
8.30am - 5.00pm, Monday to Friday

Step 4.What happens next?

Your application will be reviewed by our Technical Officer and our Venues and Events team who will notify you of the outcome of your application and any associated fees.

Fees

  • Council road closure for events - $301.20
  • Temporary Event Sign (Per Day) - $34.00

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