Authority of Access Private Property

Under the Local Government Act 1993, authorised Council officers have the authority to give written notice to the owner or occupier of the premises of the intention to enter the premises and authority to give notification of the use of force or urgent entry to such persons or authorities as appear to the delegate to be appropriate in the circumstances to inspect stormwater drainage systems and drainage easements. Prior to a Council officer entering your property, the officer should present an Authority Card.