Eligibility criteria
- You must be a resident of Macedon Ranges Shire.
- You must live in a town (residential area) on a street with a speed limit of 60km/hr or less.
- There must be adequate space:
- A minimum of one (1) metre from the back of kerb, or one (1) metre offset from the back of table drains for those roads without kerb and channel, is kept clear of plantings to allow for people to enter and exit their vehicles safely and for placement of waste and recycling bins.
- Where no existing footpath exists, 1.8 metres from the property line is to be kept clear to allow for pedestrian access, mail, paper and other deliveries.
- You have permission from the property owner or manager if renting.
- You agree to maintain the nature strip in a neat and safe condition - free of weeds and rubbish, any tripping hazards, and any protruding objects.
- If you have a heritage, native or water sensitive urban design verge you are not eligible to participate. If you are unsure and would like to check if your nature strip falls into one of these categories please get in touch with Macedon Ranges Shire Council. Phone: (03) 5422 0333 (Weekdays, 8.30am to 5pm, excluding public holidays), email: [email protected].