You can now apply for and manage some street trading permit fees online via City of Melbourne Services External link.
For more information on the system, including how to register, log in, submit and manage your permit applications, see Permit help and support.
You can pay online for permits issued for short-term cylinders, markets and street gardens.
Note that a payment reference is required, and would have been provided to you after an application has been submitted. Please contact enquiries@melbourne.vic.gov.au for further information on making a payment.
City of Melbourne can respond to issues where a street trader is operating in a disruptive or unlawful way. This could include any unsolicited sales, or operating without a permit.
We can respond to street trading issues relating to:
- outdoor cafes
- street trader or street advertising
- busking
- fundraising activity (including handing out leaflets)
- a horse-drawn carriages
- other types of business operating out of local laws.
Permits
Related permits
Promotion and sampling permits
Promote your products at dedicated sites in the city.
Handbill permits
Permit to distribute printed materials in the City of Melbourne.
Fundraising permits
Allows charities to collect funds on footways.
Event permits and planning
Permits for events in City of Melbourne’s public places, parks and gardens.
Wedding permits
A permit may be required to hold a wedding in one of our parks and gardens.
Filming permits
If you are undertaking filming or photography in City of Melbourne's public places, you may need a permit.
