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Council's local laws database

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View and download the local laws that help to keep Brisbane safe, protect our environment and safeguard our way of life.

Parked vehicles along village-style streetscape on Sandgate Road, Nundah.

Under the City of Brisbane Act 2010, Council can make and enforce local laws for the good rule of Brisbane.

Local laws regulate specific issues within our community, such as building and development, land use and parking.

While local laws set an overarching legal framework, subordinate laws, rules and guidelines may provide specific details in relation to aspects of local laws. 

Local laws and subordinate local laws 

Download and read the local laws that help protect Brisbane’s community, environment and lifestyle.  

Advertising devices

Amplified music

Animals

Caravan parks and relocatable homes

Events

Footpath dining

Health, safety and amenity

Meetings

Natural assets

Parking and traffic areas

Public land and Council assets