Business Use of Public Footpaths

Outdoor dining and use of the footpaths is increasing across the Council area as local businesses flourish and look for opportunities to create more vibrant and interesting shopping areas.  In order to ensure consistency, control and fairness, there is a Council policy that applies to the business use of footpaths across the City of Canada Bay.

If a business is using the footpath for any purpose, it needs to apply to the Council for approval.  The footpath policy contains details about how the policy operates, the terms and conditions and the fees that are payable.  Download the Business Use of Public Footpath Policy or contact Council's Property Team on 9911 6555 for further details.
 
Current application and licence fees are as follows:
 Application Fee
 $230
 Annual licence fee on
 approval of application
 $200 per m2 for:
  • Majors Bay Road, Concord
  • Great North Road, Five Dock

 $150 per m2 for:

  • George Street, North Strathfield
  • Rhodes, all footpath locations

 $140 per m2 for other areas

 Bond (refundable)
 $500

Businesses, which are using public footpath for business purposes, must lodge a Business Use of Footpath Application Form with Council together with a plan showing the dimensions of the footpath area required.  Council will assess the application to ensure compliance with the policy.  Unlicensed use of public footpath will be fined in accordance with Council's Law Enforcement Policy.
 
The Business Use of Public Footpath Policy can be downloaded from Council's website.