Council makes and enforces local laws to help ensure that people are considerate of each other's right to live peacefully and privately. Local laws may be made in response to legislation or may be made in consultation with the community to meet local needs.
Council’s authorised officers educate the community about the various state and local laws administered by Council and promote compliance with them so our city continues to be a pleasant place to live, work and visit.
Current local laws and Incorporated Documents
Tree Protection on Private Land Local Law - 234KB
Policy - Use of Fireworks 2021
Download the 2025-26 Local Laws - Permit, Parking and Animal Fees and Charges - 53.2KB
Request for printed copy of Local Law documents
A copy of the local laws can be viewed for free at the Greater Dandenong Libraries and Customer Service Centres.
Keen to sell products or run a business in Greater Dandenong? Find out about the permits, licences and local laws.
Get a copy of the guide, 'Neighbours, the Law and You' to help understand legal problems with neighbours.
Roads Closures, Vehicles, Camping and Caravans on Council or Private Land.
Council monitors and regulates the use of charity bins, skips and shipping containers within the City.
The City of Greater Dandenong is a film-friendly municipality.
