Perth Property Condition Notices - City Bylaws

Public Safety Western Australia 4 Minutes Read · published February 11, 2026 Flag of Western Australia

Perth, Western Australia property owners and managers must respond promptly to property condition notices issued under city bylaws and state law to avoid escalation. This guide explains how notices work, who enforces them, typical compliance steps and how to seek review. Information current as of February 2026. For the controlling local laws see the City of Perth local laws page: City of Perth local laws[1]

Penalties & Enforcement

Enforcement of property condition issues in Perth is typically carried out by the City of Perth By-law Enforcement or relevant compliance team. Specific fine amounts and daily penalty rates are not specified on the cited City pages; see the local laws and state statute for powers and mechanisms. Enforcement tools commonly used by local government include notices to remedy, compliance orders, infringement notices, abatement or remedial work undertaken by the council and recovery of costs, and prosecution in court. For statutory enforcement powers see the Local Government Act and associated instruments: Local Government Act and regulations[2]

  • Fine amounts and daily penalties: not specified on the cited City of Perth local law page; amounts may be set in a specific local law or regulation and in the Act or Gazette.
  • Escalation: first notices, infringement notices and prosecution are typical steps; specific ranges and repeat-offence schedules are not specified on the cited pages.
  • Non-monetary sanctions: compliance orders, remedial work by the council with cost recovery, abatement notices, and court orders are used where appropriate.
  • Enforcer and complaint pathway: City of Perth By-law Enforcement or the designated complaints portal handles reports; see the City reporting/contact page for submission details.
  • Appeal and review: review and appeal routes depend on the instrument; time limits and the correct review body are not specified on the cited City pages and will depend on the notice type and legislation cited in the notice.
Contact By-law Enforcement early to avoid escalation.

Applications & Forms

Where the City publishes a specific compliance or remedial form it will be available via the City of Perth website or the reporting portal; the City does not publish a universal single form for every notice type on the cited pages. For reporting and form submission see the City reporting/contact page below.

  • Published forms: not specified on the cited City pages; use the report/contact link for the correct form or online submission.
  • Fees: if the council undertakes remedial work, cost recovery may apply and fees are specified on the relevant notice or invoice; specific fee schedules are not specified on the cited pages.
  • Deadlines: compliance timeframes are set on each notice; a respondent should act immediately and seek clarification if the timeframe is unclear.
Keep dated photos and correspondence after you receive a notice.

Common Violations and Typical Outcomes

  • Overgrown or neglected vegetation leading to fire or vermin risk — council may issue an abatement notice and seek cost recovery.
  • Accumulation of waste, hazardous materials or dumped refuse — notice to remove or remediate; possible fines or remedial work by council.
  • Unsafe or dilapidated structures — orders to make safe, repair, or remove; potential prosecution for non-compliance.
  • Unauthorised building work or alterations — stop-work directions, building orders and referral to planning/building services.

FAQ

What is a property condition notice?
A property condition notice is a written direction from the City to remedy a specified issue affecting health, safety or amenity; it will specify required works or prohibitions and a compliance timeframe.
How long do I have to comply?
Timeframes vary by notice and are set on the notice itself; generic time limits are not specified on the cited City pages, so check the notice and contact the City immediately if you need more time.
Can I appeal a notice?
Appeal and review options depend on the nature of the notice and the statutory instrument; the cited City pages do not spell out a single appeal route for all notices, so follow instructions on the notice and contact the City for review procedures.
Acting promptly and communicating with the council reduces the risk of enforcement costs and prosecution.

How-To

  1. Read the notice carefully and note the compliance deadline and the specific remedial actions required.
  2. Contact the City of Perth By-law Enforcement or the officer named on the notice to confirm requirements and whether an extension or staged plan is acceptable.
  3. Obtain written quotes from licensed contractors where remedial work is required and schedule the work promptly.
  4. If a permit or retrospective approval is needed, apply immediately to the relevant City planning or building service and attach the notice to your application.
  5. Complete the works, keep dated records and notify the council with evidence of compliance where required.
  6. If the council arranges remedial work, pay or dispute the invoice promptly using the council payment instructions and seek internal review if you disagree.

Key Takeaways

  • Respond quickly to notices and communicate with By-law Enforcement.
  • Collect photos, quotes and receipts as evidence of compliance.
  • Appeal routes and fines vary by instrument; check the notice for the correct review path.

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