The City has opened a public notice period for a proposed local law that sets out how we manage issues that affect the health, safety and wellbeing of our community. This is your opportunity to review the proposal and provide feedback.
You can view the proposed local law and find further information in the document library.
Public notice Proposed Animals, Nuisance and Public Health Local Law 2026
The City of Swan proposes to make the City of Swan Animals, Nuisance and Public Health Local Law 2026 in accordance with section 3.12 of the Local Government Act 1995.
The purpose of this Local Law is to provide for the regulation, control and management of animals, nuisances and public health as part of the local government’s function to provide the good government of persons within its district and to enhance the quality of life of its citizens.
The effect of this Local Law is to establish where appropriate standards and requirements regarding the matters referred to here, and to provide enforcement powers and review rights.
You can view a copy of the proposed local law at the City’s Administration Centre, 2 Midland Square, Midland or any of the City’s libraries.
To have your say on the proposed local law, send a submission to the CEO by Tuesday, June 2, 2026.
By providing your submission, you acknowledge that the City of Swan will publish your suburb and submission in the Schedule of Submissions within the publicly available agenda and minutes for the July 8, 2026, Ordinary Council Meeting.
The City of Swan will provide you with updates on the progress of the proposed local law and its adoption via email.
Submissions should include your name, address and the reference Proposed Animals, Nuisance and Public Health Local Law 2026. Submissions can be made below.
If you require an alternative submission format, please contact the City on (08) 9267 9267.
For queries, please contact the City on the number above or email swan@swan.wa.gov.au.
Stephen Cain
Chief Executive Officer
