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Recycled Clothing Bin Permit

Community Amenity Local Law No.3 Clause 21

Fees and charges

  • $70.00 application fee +
  • $55.00 permit fee per bin per annum

When is a Recycled Clothing Bin permit required?

A Recycled Clothing permit is required to place a clothing recycling bin on any land in the municipal district to which members of the public have access.

Please note, in applying for a permit or renewal of a permit, the applicant must:

  • have Public Liability Insurance of $10,000,000 and must provide Council with a current insurance certificate of currency;
  • specify the type, design, construction colour or finish of any bin used for the collection of clothing;
  • provide the time, nature, location and frequency of the proposed frequency;
  • where the proposed bin is to be located on private property provide consent in writing from the owner of such property;
  • confirm that the site: (i) is in an approved location, being in a car park or on private property or that exceptional circumstances apply; (ii) has parking availability in close proximity without any loss of parking; and (iii) is visible and well lit, while not likely to cause an obstruction or amenity; and
  • submit information that they are a charitable organisation within the meaning of the Taxation Act and the Fundraising Appeals Act.

Applying for a Recycled Clothing Bin permit

The applicant is required to:

  • provide a copy of current Public Liability Insurance;
  • provide a relevant site plan/drawing showing the location of the bin;
  • pay the application fee of $70.00 and permit fees of $55.00 per annum.

How long will an application take to assess?

Applications take 3 business days to assess provided no further information or changes are required. Works must not commence without a permit.

Payment

Application fees must be paid upon application otherwise the application will not be accepted. If the assessment of the application determines that it is appropriate to issue a permit, all remaining permit fees and charges must be paid prior to the permit being issued.