Interim policy for a temporary street closure

For a fun run, walk-a-thon or bike ride

Before approval for the event can be given the following conditions must be met:

• An Event Co-ordinator must be appointed;
• The event must comply with all Council local laws;
• Public liability of at least $10m must be obtained for the event;
• Residents and businesses affected must be notified prior to the event

The Event Co-ordinator is responsible for:

• Obtaining the written approval of Police, Ambulance and Fire services;
• Obtaining the approval of VicRoads if also required;
• The cost of any Council media advertising of the street closure;
• Liability for any loss of, or damage to, barricades, signs etc. used to effect the temporary road closure and for the cost of cleaning following the event;
• Gaining the approval of the responsible authority (eg PTC) if a tram or bus route is affected, and the cost of any alternative arrangements;
• Obtaining a "Highway Permit" from the Victoria Police for events such as bicycle races and fun runs.

The Victoria Police require 10 weeks notice prior to the event and applications to Victoria Police must be accompanied by a letter of approval from Council. Victoria Police Terms and Conditions for "Highway Permits" are detailed separately.

An application for temporary road closure may be obtained from the Services Contracts Unit at Richmond Town Hall.

Timeframe

It is recommended that applications be made at least 12 weeks prior to the event.

Costs

There may be a nominal fee for the supply and erection of barricades and signs.

Interim policy for a temporary street closure (2004)

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Further information

Services Contracts Unit
Richmond Town Hall
333 Bridge Road Richmond
Telephone 9205 5089
Email info@yarracity.vic.gov.au

Links

Within this site
Temporary road closures For a street party or non-profit fundraiser

External sites (Yarra City Council accepts no responsibility for the information or opinions contained within external sites)
Victoria Online

Information supplied by: Electronic communications & design officer - 9205 5214

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