Under the Australian Capital Territory National Land (Unleased) Ordinance 2022, the Commonwealth, represented by the NCA, may enter into an agreement with persons to operate a business on National Land with respect to holding a Temporary Trader Permit.
Should you wish to apply to enter into such an agreement, please complete the appropriate forms and provide relevant supporting documentation. Before applying, please acquaint yourself with the terms and conditions of the Agreement and sign in the space provided to indicate your acceptance of these terms and conditions.
The National Capital Authority (NCA) will consider applications on factors such as:
The application must be completed online or in hard copy.
When seeking a Temporary Trader Permit, the application must include the following information:
Complete all fields in the National Capital Authority Temporary Trader Application from. This includes a permit application fee.
All structures associated with your Temporary Trader Permit (i.e. coffee van, tables, chairs etc.) require a Works Approval Application Form to be submitted to the NCA. Approval of structures attracts a Works Approval fee.
Attach one copy of the site plan for your intended location including location of any structures associated with your business (i.e. coffee vans, tables, chairs etc.) This includes:
A certificate of currency in the business name for a minimum of $20 million. This must clearly indemnify the Commonwealth against any claims for the duration of the operation of the Temporary Trader Permit.
Insurance details required by the Workers Compensation Act 1951 (ACT).
Food Act 2001 Registration with the ACT Health Services Branch is required for the sale of food.
A comprehensive Safety Management Plan is required to be submitted along with the application.
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