Overgrown and unsightly allotments

Our local laws (Local Law No. 3 (Community and Environmental Management) 2011) require occupiers of land to keep their allotments free from overgrown vegetation and any accumulation of objects and materials. If not maintained, the property becomes unsightly, could be a health hazard and is likely to attract reptiles. Both occupied and unoccupied allotments must be maintained in such a fashion that there is no vegetation that is long or thick enough that snakes may be likely to find it attractive. If a property is Council owned, the responsible department will organise the maintenance of the property.

How to report an overgrown or unsightly allotment

Contact us with the following details:

  • Address of the property
  • Provide a description of the excess (ie grass, rubbish, household goods)
  • Describe the amount of excess (i.e if vegetation - height, if rubbish - quantity)
  • Is the property occupied or unoccupied?
  • Where on the property the problem occurring (i.e front yard, back yard,side)
  • If you have seen pests (snakes) on the property

Our process

We will inspect the property and, if required, begin the appropriate regulatory process in line with the guidelines below. If we determine that the property does not comply with the Local Law, steps will be taken to address the issue. This may include issuing formal notices to the responsible person (the owner or occupier). The timeframe for the process will depend on the specific circumstances of each complaint.

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