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General By-Law

Some activities require approval. If a particular activity is not covered by a specific application form, you can use a General By-Law Application Form.

Council’s By-Law No. 3 – Local Government Land and By-Law No. 4 – Streets and Roads outline activities that require approval. Learn more about these activities on the By-Law Register.

This could be activities like:

  • digging soil/sand for the purpose of collecting worms/shellfish/grubs/insects
  • picking or pruning any plant, flower or other vegetation
  • picking fruit, nuts or berries from any tree or bush
  • use of motorised boat in West Lakes Lake (not part of an event)
  • public exhibitions or displays

There is a non-refundable Application Fee of $55 which must be paid upon submission of your application.

On approval, the following Fees will apply:

Replacement Permit or Extension of duration (before permit expiry date)

$15 per permit

  1. Read the General By-Law Conditions.
  2. Complete the Application Form.

You will receive an email acknowledging receipt of your application.

The assessment process will occur within 5 business days and will include:

  • confirmation of your details and required documentation supporting your application
  • investigation of your proposed activity

On approval, you will be provided with a permit confirming the approved activity and the conditions.

  • If a vehicle will be involved in the proposed activity you will need to apply for a Vehicle Access to Council Reserve/Foreshore permit.
  • If a boat will be involved in the proposed activity, the maximum sized motor allowed is between 
    50-60 hp. All boats must be registered. If unregistered boats are used this will constitute a breach of the permit conditions.
  • Depending on the activity you are conducting Public Liability Insurance may be required with a minimum amount of 10 million dollars ($10,000,000). You will be notified in writing if insurance is required.
  • Applications will be considered within 5 business days from the date that all required information has been lodged with the Council.

Need help?

Customer Contact Team
8408 1111
council@charlessturt.sa.gov.au