Find out how to apply for a permit to trade in a public place. A list of current trading locations is also provided.
Overview of requirements
Vendors selling goods and services in a public place must hold a Trader’s Permit, under the City’s Local Government and Public Property Local Law 2014.
When assessing an application for a trader’s permit, consideration is given to parking, public safety, traffic flow, amenity of the location and the consistency of the trading activity with the existing land use.
Other considerations: for trading activities that include the sale of food, the registration of a food business is also required. Visit the Food business page for details.
Trading locations
Ice cream vans and similar mobile traders can apply for a permit to trade on most residential streets. A key rule for mobile trading is that the vehicle must only stay stationary during a sale.
Permits for trading in parks and reserves are available. If you're applying for these areas, you need to provide a map of your intended location, photos, and details of your stall or vehicle setup.
For those looking to trade in a fixed spot, the City’s beachside car parks are popular options. The table below lists suitable coastal spots for trading, including what’s currently there and any specific restrictions for each location.
| Location | Conditions | Current usage |
|---|---|---|
| Marmion – MAAC Northern Car Park |
One Trader at a time permitted. Limited to food and beverages. To operate in specified bays. |
Trader 1: Thursday - Sunday, 8am – 11am. Trader 2: Monday - Wednesday, 8am – 11am. |
| Hillarys Beach Park (Whitfords Node) Car Park |
Two Traders permitted at same time. Limited to food and beverage traders. To operate in specified bays. |
Trader 1 (coffee): Monday - Friday, 8am - 12.30pm. Weekends, 8am - 3pm . Trader 2 (food and drinks): Saturday, Sunday and Monday, 9am - 5pm. |
| Hillarys Dog Beach Car Park |
Three Traders permitted at same time.
|
Trader 1 (coffee): Monday and Friday, 7.30am - 1pm. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, 8am - 1pm. Weekends, 7.30am - 3.30pm. Trader 2 (food and drinks): Thursday - Sunday, 8am - 1pm. Trader 3 (dog wash): Monday - Friday, 8am - 4pm. Weekends, 8am - 5pm. |
| Hillarys Horse Beach Car Park |
One Trader at a time permitted. Limited to food and beverages. To operate in specified bays. |
|
| Pinnaroo Point Beach Car Park | Not available at this time. Limited to food and beverages. To operate in specified bays. Unavailable. | Trader 1: Unavailable. |
| Whitfords Avenue Parking Station |
Two Traders permitted at same time. One in car park and one on hardstand.
|
Trader 1 (coffee): Designated bay. Monday - Sunday, 6am - 12pm. Trader 1 (food): Designated bay. Monday, 12.30pm - 2.30pm. Wednesday and Friday 5pm - 8pm. Saturday, 12.30pm - 7.30pm. Trader 2 (ice-cream): Hardstand only. Monday - Friday, 10am - 5pm. Weekends, 10am - 7pm. Trader 2 (food): Designated bay. Sunday, 12.30pm - 7.30pm. |
| Northshore Parking Station |
One Trader at a time permitted.
|
Trader 1 (coffee): Monday - Sunday, 5.30am - 7pm. |
| Mullaloo Beach Northern (Tom Simpson) Car Park |
One Trader permitted to operate between 1 May and 30 September only.
|
Trader 1: Monday - Wednesday, unavailable 1 October to 30 April. Thursday - Sunday, 11am - 3pm between 1 May - 30 September. |
| West View Boulevard Station |
One Trader permitted to operate between 1 May and 30 September only. Limited to food and beverages. To operate in specified bays. |
Trader 1: Monday - Sunday, unavailable 1 October to 30 April. |
| Key West Mullaloo Parking Station |
One Trader permitted to operate between 1 May and 30 September only.
|
Trader 1: Monday - Sunday, unavailable 1 October to 30 April. |
| Ocean Reef Road Angle Car Park (Opposite Volante Elbow) |
One Trader at a time permitted.
|
Trader 2 (food): Designated bay. Friday - Saturday, 1pm - 7.30pm. |
| Iluka Beach Foreshore Car Park |
One Trader at a time permitted.
|
Trader 1: Monday - Friday, 6am - 12pm. Saturday and Sunday, 7am - 12pm. |
Apply for a trader's permit
The following documents must accompany your application:
- A detailed description of what you plan to trade.
- A site plan illustrating the trading area, if it's a fixed location.
- Photographs of your stall or vehicle.
Other documents if applicable:
- For food vendors: A copy of your food business registration; and if registered through another local government, the most recent inspection report.
- If trading in a public place not owned by the City: Proof of permission from the landowner.
Select your preferred application method below. Remember to include your supporting documents.
- Online (preferred): submit your application along with the relevant required documentation to (PDF forms are not required for this option):
Apply online for trader's permit
Alternate methods:
- In person: download and complete the form below and submit at the City of Joondalup Customer Care Centre, 90 Boas Avenue, Joondalup.
- Mail: download and complete the form below and mail to PO Box 21, Joondalup WA 6919.
The fee varies depending on location and duration. To view current fees refer to Health and Environmental Services section of the Schedule of Fees (PDF).
Payment methods vary by submission type:
- Online: You'll receive an invoice and payment instructions via email.
- In person: Pay at the City’s Administration Centre with cash, cheque, EFTPOS, or credit card. Note: Visa or Mastercard payments include a 0.5% surcharge.
- Mail: Attach a cheque payable to the City of Joondalup, PO Box 21, Joondalup WA 6919.
More information and contact
For further details on lodging houses, contact the City on 9400 4000 or info@joondalup.wa.gov.au.