Assist us to keep Darebin clean by placing all rubbish in the litter bins provided. Any vehicle that has been abandoned and left in the street, or parked on Council land for more than seven days, may be impounded by Council. Unregistered vehicles may be removed immediately. If not claimed by the owner within 7 days, Council may sell or destroy the vehicles. Goods on Footpath To ensure safe passage for pedestrians on footpaths, Council regulates the use of merchandise, advertising signs, tables and chairs on pavements.
Traders require a permit to display goods or trade on the footpath.
Overhanging Branches Overhanging branches can constitute a danger to both pedestrians and traffic. For this reason, residents are asked to keep any growth cut back to the property line and to a maximum height of 2.4m above the footpath. To prevent the outbreak of fire, residents are asked to keep their property free from long grass or other materials which may constitute a fire hazard. Unsightly Premises Property owners are requested to keep their land free of anything that may cause it to become unsightly or detrimental to the amenity of the neighbourhood. The use of streets and other places by persons dealing in goods is regulated to ensure the safe passage of vehicles and pedestrian traffic.