Find out how to gain approval to film in Brisbane, including links to application forms and helpful information.
To operate various types of markets in Brisbane, approval from Council is needed. Find out about the different approvals required.
Read about enforcement of Council’s local laws. Included are links to information on specific laws about parking, vehicles, animal management, vendors, nuisances and Council parks. Find how to buy copies of the laws and pay fines.
Links to information about business laws and permits that may be required for activities such as film production, food business, roadside vending and some home based activities
Information about the requirements for keeping dogs, cats, poultry, horses and pet shops.
Information about road and footpath permits needed in Brisbane.
To build, repair or modify driveways, find Council's requirements and guidelines, including how to apply for permits. Also find technical standards and approvals, definitions of terms and frequently asked questions.
Find out how the Natural Assets Local Law affects you. Links to nominating vegetation for protection, permitted activities, how to make an application, penalties, and how to find out if you have protected vegetation on your property.
Links to information about noise restrictions, regulations and allowable decibel levels for residential, commercial or industrial activities such as building work, use of air conditioning units, power tools and refrigeration equipment.
Read about Council's graffiti management strategy, Taskforce Against Graffiti (TAG), graffiti removal including how to get a free graffiti removal kit.
Links to information on environmental nuisances and pollutants, including dirt and dust, light and glare, odours, smoke, ash and fumes and spray drift. Information includes emission reduction tips and how you can lodge a complaint.
Information on building approvals for fences and links to the Dividing Fences Act 1953 and how to resolve neighbourhood fence disputes.
Find out how to lodge a nuisance complaint and how it is processed in Brisbane. Included are common complaints not handled by Council.
Read about the types of Council fines you may appeal and how to appeal your fine (infringement notice). The various stages of appeal are detailed, including the option of having your case heard in the Magistrates Court.
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