State Government of Victoria
Page Updated 28 October 2021
There are several permissions and fees for conducting works or events within the arterial road reserve. See which ones may apply to you.
VicRoads is the coordinating road authority for all arterial roads and freeways that are not privately owned in Victoria.
Codes of Practice have been developed to provide practical guidance for road authorities and works and infrastructure managers, in the performance of their functions and duties under the Act.
You will need to apply for consent to conduct works on an arterial road or freeway.
You will need to apply for a MoA if you need to manage traffic and install temporary traffic control devices at a worksite or an event.
Private parties wanting to occupy space on the road may need to pay a Road Occupation Charge.
Non-road activities such as a street fair, a cycling event or fun runs and filming undertaken on arterial roads require a permit.
Department of Transport (DoT) is delivering the Traffic Management Reform (TMR) program to transform the traffic management industry by providing the extra support needed to promote safety on the road network and reduce unnecessary congestion and delays around worksites.
The TMR program is made up of a range of initiatives that include new nationally aligned traffic management guidance, new Accreditation program and qualifications, a new online Road Access Permits Portal and updated permit application processes.
Visit the TMR program webpage or email [email protected] for more information.
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