A person must not, without the permission of Council, undertake certain commercial activities on local Government Land. This includes foreshore, footpaths, streets, road related areas and community reserves.
Council will strive to ensure that activities promote a sense of vibrancy and local attractions on Council land and do not unreasonably impede or create adverse impacts on other users or the environment.
Commercial activities which require a permit include but are not limited to:
- Surf schools
- Board/canoe and other passive watercraft hire
- Jet Ski and kite surfing hire
- Trips, Adventures & Tours
- Sky diving
- Bicycle Hire
- Advertising / Information Stands / Goods for sale
- Amusements/carnivals (where admission fees apply)
Read the General Commerical Fact Sheet
Fees
Alexandrina Council may charge a fee for the use of roads and public land for commercial purposes.
Fees payable will be in accordance with Council’s Schedule of Fees and Charges. Refer to the current financial year's Fees and Charges here.
How to apply for a General Commerical Permit
Permit Application forms are required to be lodged with Council a minimum of twenty one (21) business days in advance of the activity unless otherwise negotiated with Council.
To obtain a General Commercial Permit, please read the Terms and Conditions and complete the Permit Application Form.
Apply for General Commercial Permit
Submit the completed Application Form to alex@alexandrina.sa.gov.au
For more information, contact Council’s Permit Officer on 8555 7000 to discuss the proposed activity.