You will need a permit to place a shipping container or storage box where closing or restricting public access is required.
This includes:
No permit is required for short-term container placement on private driveways or land.
Understanding who manages your proposed placement location is important to know.
We manage most local streets in Banyule, but not all. Contact us or consult VicRoads on 13 11 70.
If the proposed placement is on a footpath, nature strip or crossover that interrupts pedestrian access, then a traffic management plan (TMP) is required.
If applicable, create a TMP before submitting your application.
If VicRoads manages your proposed placement location, you will need to apply for a memorandum of authority first and include that with your application. This is not required if we managed the location.
All residences and businesses within 150m of the proposed placement will need to be notified with a courtesy letter.
Prepare a draft notification for us to consider before you notify neighbours.
The letter should include:
Full payment for all of the days the container will be placed is required up front.
Apply to place a container
We will respond to your application within 5 business days. We will asses your proposed location for suitability, discuss your draft letter and any next steps.
A permit begins on the day that the container is delivered.
For more information contact the Construction Management Team on 9490 4222.
Regardless of size, the fee to place a shipping container or storage box is $32.00 per container, per day.
A container that is placed where public access is restricted without a permit will be impounded. There could also be a $4,000 fine.