Hairdressers and barber shops

Hairdressing establishments are no longer required be registered with the City.

Hairdressers and barber shops must now consider the Guidelines for the Hairdressing Industry. Planning and Building requirements still apply.

Definition 

Hairdressing is where a person shaves, cuts, trims, dresses, waves, curls, stains, dyes or in any way treats, another person’s hair for gain or reward. A hairdressing establishment is a premises or place where the operations of a hairdresser are carried out. 

Repeal

The Hairdressing Establishment Regulations 1972 were repealed on Tuesday 4 June 2024.

Requirements to operate a hairdressing establishment within the City must now consider the Guidelines for the Hairdressing Industry. These guidelines contain information on best practice for infection prevention and control, and standards for premises design.

Although there are no environmental health approval requirements to operate a hairdressing premises, Planning and Building requirements still apply.

Overview of requirements 

Outlined below are requirements for operating a hairdressing establishment: 

Important note: Before proceeding with your applications, we strongly recommend contacting the City via email to discuss your specific project. This initial consultation allows us to provide tailored guidance on the approvals required and the recommended order for application submissions. This step is crucial to ensure that you follow the correct process for your business needs. 

Establishing a hairdressing business

If planning approval is required, you can learn how to apply, understand the assessment process, and discover the applicable fees on the Requirements for planning applications page

If you have confirmed that a permit is required, the application form, checklist, assessment process, and fees can be found on the Requirements for Building Applications page.

Requirements to operate a hairdressing establishment within the City must now consider the Guidelines for the Hairdressing Industry

More information and contact

For further details on approval of hairdressing establishments, contact the City on 9400 4000 or info@joondalup.wa.gov.au.  

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