Busking
Busking permits are an approval for an itinerant musician, actor or street performer or group of the same (up to a maximum of 6 people) performing in a public place (in line with available conditions).
● Permits may be obtained for 1-6 people
● Daily permit – permission to busk for one day only (in line with available conditions)
● Monthly permit – permission to busk for the period of one month, as stated on the permit
● If under 12 years of age, be constantly supervised by a parent/guardian and only perform in daylight hours
● For a person under the age of 16 to apply for a busking permit they require written permission from a parent or guardian
Eligibility
Anyone can apply for a busking permit.
How to Apply
To apply for a busking permit the following information must be supplied;
● Personal details such as name, address, phone and/or email;
● Date (whether a daily or monthly permit is required);
● 1 x Photo identification (eg. Drivers licence, passport, student id card, etc);
● 2 x non-photo identification (eg. Credit card, medicare card, etc).
A busking permit may only be obtained in person at the front counter of the Customer Centre at 25 Pirie Street, Adelaide during business hours.
Locations
● Busking must not impede pedestrian access.
● Busking is not permitted in front of prominent buildings, eg: Town Hall, Parliament House, Government House etc.
● Busking enquiries for the Central Market can be made by calling 8203 7495 on market days.
● The Adelaide City Council Busking permit does not extend to cover busking in the Central Market or inside the Adelaide Railway Station on North Terrace.
Conditions
The Permit holder(s) Must:-
● Read and comply with all of the conditions of the busking licence and any other legislative requirement(s) (non compliance may result in the permit being revoked and an infringement notice being issued);
● Only perform between 10.00am and 10.00pm on the date(s) specified on the permit;
● Display the permit in a prominent position so it can be seen at all times when performing;
● Ensure that a minimum distance of 50 metres from any other busker or event/promotion is maintained. (to ensure a fair and reasonable spread of performers);
● If under 12 years of age, be constantly supervised by a parent/guardian and only perform in daylight hours;
● Permit holders must ensure that the performance does not obstruct pedestrian flow;
● When performing in Rundle Mall, only perform within 2 metres of the centre line of the Mall;
● Be aware that any amplification or percussion must only be loud enough to be heard within 50 metres and not cause a nuisance to traders;
● Be aware that non compliance with permit conditions will result in the permit being revoked and an infringement notice may be issued;
● Comply with the following restrictions as part of the performance. (Failure to comply without the special permission of the Team Leader Approvals may result in the permit being revoked and an infringement notice being issued).
Buskers must not:-
● Perform without a valid permit;
● Use any sharp object or other dangerous instrument including knives, swords, chainsaws;
● Perform for any longer than 30 minutes in any one location (in consideration of retailers);
● Perform in any one location more than twice in any one day;
● Use a stock whip;
● Light or use fire or any flammable liquid;
● Play bagpipes;
● Sell or display for sale any merchandise;
● Charge a specific fee for a performance;
● Cause damage to, or paint - draw on the footpath or floor surface or use any aerosol containers;
● Use a child or any other person not covered by the permit or use any animal in or as part of the performance;
● Advertise any product, service or sponsorship;
● Harangue, argue with, abuse or cause discomfort to the public;
● Make physical contact with the public unless it is to apply face paint, a henna tattoo, or similar type of act/performance (including fortune telling etc);
● Busk in doorways particularly in Rundle Mall;
● Use any of the street furniture for the purpose of the performance;
● Leave any equipment in a position that may create a hazard to the public.
Costs
The fees for busking are applied as stated in the current Fees & Charges Schedule
Daily permit 1 – 6 people $2.60 per day
Monthly permit 1 – 6 people $23.00 per month
The fee must be paid at the front counter of the Customer Centre at the time of permit approval.
If you have any questions regarding permits, please contact:
Adelaide City Council Customer Centre
During business hours 8.30am - 5.30pm, Monday to Friday.
Phone: 8203 7203
Fax: 8203 7575
Email: city@adelaidecitycouncil.com
Disclaimer
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