Special Event Permit Application (Schedule 15)

To host a small to medium sized event on Council Managed Land you will need to have an approved Special Event Application (Schedule 15).  This is a Local Laws requirement. The Permit must be obtained prior to any event taking place on Council Managed land. 

Please note: If upon review of the Event Permit  Application, your Event is classified as a high Risk event, application requirements will change and extended time may be required to assess the event.

As part of the Events planning process you will also need to 'Apply for an Event'. To avoid delays, please do this prior to submitting your Permit Application.

To assist with the planning, coordinating, and managing of your event, please review the Event Management Planning Guidelines, this will help you identify other event requirements. 

If you need support or have any queries, please contact our Events Team.

Apply for a Special Event Permit

Step 1.Complete the Application Form

Once complete, you will need to save the application form and email to events@glenelg.vic.gov.au

 

Step 2.What you should Include

Please note:  A Permit will not be issued until all documentation is received.

  • Event Organisers contact details
  • Event Details, including date/time, location  

You will need to include details for:

  • Food & Liquor Sales; Street trader Number, Liquor Licence Number
  • Proposed Signage, including wording
  • Music to be played
  • Site Plan (see form)
  • Risk Management plan  - (refer to Risk Assessment Template)  *Weddings exempt
  • A copy of a Certificate of Currency for Public Liability Insurance minimum $10,000,000 *Weddings exempt
  • A copy of the written notice provided to any affected persons/neighbours or businesses
  • Weddings;  number of guests, site plan including parking, marquee, tables, chairs, arches etc

The Process

Step 1.Review of your Event Permit  Application

Our Local Laws Team will review your application and assess your requirements. We may also contact you if we require further information. To avoid any delays, please ensure you have submitted all necessary documentation.

 

Step 2.Issue of Event Permit

If your application meets all the requirements, a Permit  will be issued. To ensure you understand your obligations as an event organiser, please ensure you review the conditions of the Permit  carefully. 

You should submit your Event Permit application a minimum of 21 days before the event date.

 

 

 

Applying for an Event

Submit an Application to find out more about your Event planning requirements. 

APPLY HERE

Event Planning Guidelines

Helpful information and tips for planning your event.

ACCESS GUIDELINES HERE

Related Information

 

Application Enquiries

If you would like to discuss your Event requirements or need additional information, please contact our Events Support Team.

Phone  1300 453 635

Email   events@glenelg.vic.gov.au

 

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