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Below are all the permits in Stonnington for starting, running or changing a business.
Not sure where to start? Our Permit Finder can help you understand what permits you might need, or you can contact our Business Concierge who will step you through the process.
All food-related businesses must be registered with Council. Depending on your business, there may be other permits or obligations to keep the public safe.
From roadside dining to footpath trading, our outdoor trading program gives businesses other revenue streams.
If you have a business, you may need to apply for a planning permit.
You may need a Building Permit if you want to change or add to your business premises including building internal fit-outs.
If you’re starting or running a new or existing rooming house, hostel, hotel or motel, your business must be registered with Council. You can also have your fit-out plans assessed.
You need a permit and a liquor license if you want to serve or sell alcohol safely.
If you’re starting or running a new or existing beauty, hair or health business, your business must be registered by Council. You can also have your fit-out plans assessed.
You need a permit to carry out fundraising activities in Stonnington.
You need a permit to film a TV show, movie, music video, student film or still photography on Council land.
You will need a Busking Permit to perform on the streets of Stonnington, to ensure the public are entertained, not inconvenienced.
Apply for this permit if you want to conduct personal training sessions in some of Stonnington’s beautiful public parks and reserves.
If you want to open a business that buys, sells, rears, trains or boards domestic animals, you will need a permit.
For community organisations who want to advertise their event with signage on Council land.
Enquire about a property you have purchased for your new business.
Trader directional signs are located on the intersections of side streets and major roads. If you're a business, you may be able to apply for one.
You will need a permit to carry out any street promotion or sampling activities in Stonnington.