According to the Neighbourhood Amenity Local Law 2014 you must apply for a multiple animal permit if you have:
- more than 6 types of animals on your property or
- more than the permitted number of animals or
- you have a multiple animal permit but you move to another property.
Please note: cats and dogs must be registered before applying for a multiple animal permit.
Apply for a multiple animal permit
Do not apply if your land exceeds 20 000m2 or you want to pursue animal husbandry activities. You may need a planning permit - please contact us on 03 5272 4456.
| Permitted number of animals | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Animal types | Flats units or townhouses | Land less than 4 000m2 | Land between 4 000m2 and 20 000m2 |
| Dogs | 2 small (under 10kg) or 1 large | 2 | 4 |
| Cats | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Poultry – excluding roosters | 0 | 12 | 24 |
| Large or noisy birds – including roosters | Not allowed | Not allowed | 5 |
| Pigeons | 0 | 12 pairs | 20 pairs |
| Domestic birds – caged | 6 | 30 | No limit |
| Domestic rabbits guinea pigs and mice | 2 | 4 | No limit |
| Horses and donkeys | Not allowed | Not allowed | 2 |
| Cattle | Not allowed | Not allowed | 2 |
| Sheep goats and alpacas | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Pigs | Not allowed | Not allowed | 2 |
| Any other livestock | 0 | 0 | 8 |
| Maximum total number of all livestock | 0 | 0 | 8 |
| Fee categories | Fees for 2021-2022 |
|---|---|
| First time applicants – inspection and permit fee | $152.50 |
| Renewal – permit fee | $42.50 |
| Transfer to a new property – inspection fee | $109.00 |
When you move house you will need to apply to transfer your permit to your new property.
Once your multiple animal permit has been issued you will receive a renewal notice annually.
If there are major changes to the original permit or if you move house then you will need to complete a new application form.
If you choose to replace a lost or deceased animal with another one of the same breed you can renew your permit without a new inspection.