Feedback open for proposed local laws changes

The Hobsons Bay community is encouraged to provide feedback on seven proposed changes to Council’s local laws. 

Local laws are revised in consultation with the community every 10 years, with Hobsons Bay’s set to expire in September this year. 

Several proposed changes to the local laws are being presented to Hobsons Bay residents to have their say, including:  

• Shipping containers to require a permit before being placed on Council land, roads, road-related areas or on residential properties.

• Roosters in residential areas to only be allowed if there is a permit or is allowed under the Planning Scheme. 

• Chimineas/braziers on properties to be allowed for heating in outdoor residential living spaces. 

• Vessels, caravans and trailers to require a permit to be kept or stored on a road, road-related area or Council land. 

• Long vehicles (7.5 metres or longer) in residential areas to require a permit to be kept on a residential property. 

• New building site operating hours to align with EPA guidelines. 

• Protections for trees and remnant vegetation on Council land to be expanded. 

Local Laws help protect community health, safety and amenity throughout Hobsons Bay. 

Consultation is open from Friday 28 March until Friday 9 May, with more information and feedback able to be provided at participate.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au