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Bylaws

Fire and Smoke Nuisance Bylaw 2025

The Council has adopted the Fire and Smoke Nuisance Bylaw 2025. The bylaw takes effect on 20 October 2025, replacing Part 3 of the Wellington City Consolidated Bylaw 2008. The updated bylaw aims to reduce nuisance from fire and smoke (excluding in relation to fire safety). The bylaw will be available online and from the Council’s head office.

Alcohol Fees Bylaw 2024

Sets the fees for the Council's alcohol licensing framework.

Animal Bylaw 2024

Gives legal powers to enforce the Council’s Dog Policy and sets requirements for the keeping of animals, including cats, bees, poultry, and stock.

Controls for the Solid Waste Management and Minimisation Bylaw 2020

Provides controls in relation to solid waste management, collection and disposal and the use of the Southern Landfill.

Public Health Bylaw (Public Pools) 2019

Promotes, protects and maintains public health and safety at public swimming pools.

Public Places Bylaw 2022

Regulates land under the control of the Council to enhance the public’s well-being and enjoyment of public places.

Solid Waste Management and Minimisation Bylaw 2020

Promotes effective and efficient waste management and minimisation in Wellington.

Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2021

Sets the requirements for parking and control of vehicles on roads or parking areas under the management of the Council.

Water Services Bylaw 2024

Sets requirements to protect public water services infrastructure and manage a range of water supply matters.

Wellington Trade Waste Bylaw 2016

Provides controls to manage trade waste discharges into the wastewater system.

Wellington Consolidated Bylaw 2008

This consolidated bylaw includes Fire and Smoke Nuisance (part 3) and Alcohol Control (part 4).