Park activity vendors

Park activity vendors might include:

  • bike rental
  • paddle board hire
  • face painting stall
  • kite stall.

Park activity vendors:

  • are mobile activities that have a meeting point or base of operations, and are suitable for public land
  • can be water-based
  • do not have amplified music.

How to apply

Step 1.Choose a location

Check if your location is part of the Moreton Bay Pop Ups Program. If it is, continue with this application.

If not, your business will require a different approval. Find out more about Selling services on public land and roads.

Step 2.Complete a risk management plan

Complete the Risk management plan template(DOCX, 927KB).

Step 3.Prepare a site plan

You will need to prepare a detailed diagram of your stall set up and plans including dimensions identifying the areas where your business will be established using the Permitted business - Moreton Bay Pop Ups site plan template(DOCX, 71KB).

Step 4.Take out public liability insurance

Evidence of a current public liability insurance policy to the value of $20,000,000 in the same name as the applicant should be provided with your application.

Ensure the location listed on your policy includes public land, for example, Anywhere in Australia or Worldwide. This must be outlined either on your certificate of currency or the terms and conditions of your policy and provided to Council. If this is not listed, obtain written confirmation from your insurer.

Step 5.Collect supporting documents

You may need to provide other documents and licences, depending on your business. If applicable, provide:

  • a copy of the vehicle registration details and photos of the vehicle
  • a detailed list of goods for sale or hire
  • details of the materials and equipment used to construct any stands or stalls. Include the dimensions of the area where the stall or stand will operate
  • any other relevant government licences, registrations or approvals, such as a blue card or Marine park permit.

Step 6.Review conditions

Make sure you review and understand the Commercial use of public land and roads conditions(PDF, 387KB). Specific conditions may be added after your application has been assessed.

Step 7.Review fees and charges

An application fee is payable at the time of submission as per Council's fees and charges. Council will contact you for payment. 

The first column is the type of fee, the second column advises the fee amount, and the third column explains the fee's purpose.

Fee type Amount Details
Application fee 201202 This is a one-time fee paid when submitting your application.
Commercial use of public land annual charge 201194 Charged pro rata from the approval date to 30 September. Then annually, each September, for the approval term between 1 October to 30 September.
Renewal fee 201209 Charged annually in September to renew an approval for the approval term between 1 October to 30 September.
Amendment application fee 201207 Payable when an application to change an existing approval is submitted. There is no fee for minor changes, for example, trading name or contact details.
Transfer application fee 201208 Payable when an application to transfer an existing approval to another person or business is submitted.Note: Not all approvals are eligible for transfer. Check the approval conditions before applying.

Charities and not-for-profit organisations are exempt from paying fees with evidence of eligibility.

Step 8.Submit an application form

Download and complete the Commercial Use of Public Land and Roads application form(PDF, 940KB) and submit along with your supporting documents:

The applicant for an approval must be a legal entity, such as an individual, company, incorporated body, unincorporated body, partnership, body corporate or trustee. 

Step 9.Review induction summary

Once you have received your approval, review and ensure you comply with the Moreton Bay Pop Ups program induction(PDF, 6MB).

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