Do you need to temporarily occupy or close a road to undertake works?
If so, a permit is required to partially or fully occupy or close a Council road under Sections 221 and 222 of the Local Government Act.
Additional authorisation from the Department for Infrastructure and Transport is required if any works are on State Government owned arterial roads.
Permit applications
Applications must be made in writing by completing a Road Closure Permit Application Form. In addition to the application form, you must provide the following:
- A valid copy of Public Liability Insurance (Certificate of Currency) to a minimum value of $20,000,000.
- A site plan to relevant scale of proposed works, including dimensions.
- A relevant traffic management plan (required for footpath and road occupations).
- Payment of the relevant fee once contacted by Council (as per Councils current Fees and Charges Register).
Completed application forms and documents can be submitted to Council via email or in person:
Email: pobox1@unley.sa.gov.au
In person: Unley Civic Centre - 181 Unley Road, Unley
How far in advance do I need to submit my application?
Applications must be submitted at least two weeks before the proposed start date of works. Applications received within two weeks of commencement cannot be guaranteed to be processed in time and may incur an additional fee.
Please note if you fail to gain the required approvals to undertake works on Council land you may:
- Receive an expiation.
- Face potential legal liability.
- Be required to pay for any damage caused to Council infrastructure and the cost for rectification.
How much does the permit cost?
All Road Closure Permits attract an application fee and a hoarding fee, which vary depending on the size and duration of the proposed works.
Cost information is available in Councils current Fees and Charges Schedule.
What happens after an application is submitted?
Council will assess all applications, however, in some cases the proposed use of Council land may not be considered appropriate and an application may not be approved.
Where approved, Council will issue a permit authorising the works and/or temporary traffic management activities. The permit will outline general and site-specific conditions that must be complied with.
Works must not commence until written approval has been granted and the permit has been issued.
Permit exemptions
Exemptions include:
- The works of service authorities in an emergency or urgent circumstances.
- Contractors undertaking any works within the road or road related area for, or on behalf of, the City of Unley.
Council must be advised of the location of exempt works prior to commencement. In an emergency or under urgent circumstances, Council must be advised on the next working day following commencement of the works.