Local Law review 2026
We’re reviewing our local laws to ensure they remain current, and we’re seeking your feedback.
The Local Government Act 1995 enables Western Australian local governments to make local laws which are considered necessary for the good government of their districts.
To ensure they remain current and suitable for their intended purpose, Section 3.16 of the Local Government Act 1995 establishes a statutory review process, requiring each local law to be periodically reviewed to determine whether it should be repealed, amended, or remain unchanged.
As part of the Local Government reforms and implementation of the Local Government Amendment Act 2024, the City of Subiaco is required to review all local laws within a two-year period, prior to 7 December 2026, unless a review occurred within the last eight years.
At the Ordinary Council Meeting (OCM) on 28 July 2026, Council approved the review of seven City of Subiaco local laws. Link to Council minutes extract.
The review will be undertaken in two groups:
Group 1 - open for comment from Friday 31 July to Friday 11 September 2026
Additional information: when considering making a submission in regard to the City's Meeting Procedures Local Law, please note that Standardised Meeting Procedures are expected to be implemented in 2027-28 by the Department of Local Government, Industry Regulation and Safety across all Local Governments in WA. These meeting procedures will replace the City of Subiaco Meeting Procedures Local Law.
Group 2 - open for comment from Friday 11 September 2026 to Friday 23 October 2026
- Activities in Thoroughfares and Public Places Local Law 2014.
- Local Government Property Local Law 2014.
- Local Law Relating to Parking 1999.
- Trading in Public Places Local Law 2014.
How to take part in the review
- Review the current City of Subiaco local law documents in the document library.
- Provide any comments via our online submission forms below.
Please note: hard copy comment forms are available in the project document library or upon request by emailing city@subiaco.wa.gov.au or calling 9237 9222.
After the consultation has concluded, the City will review feedback and present to Council for determination whether the local laws should be repealed, amended, or remain unchanged.
If you have any questions about this review, please contact the City on 9237 9222 or email city@subiaco.wa.gov.au with 'Local Law review' as the subject line.
