The requirements in the Code are intended to protect the public and municipal property around sites where works are occurring. Safety and amenity is the primary focus in regulating the use of public space around worksites, and the Code provides clear guidelines to be consistently applied across the municipality of Melbourne.

All the requirements for public safety and amenity are presented here to:

• assist applicants to compile quality permit applications that can be assessed faster, without further information
• ensure those undertaking works in and around public space understand the requirements and obligations.

Precautions must be taken to minimise the danger, risk and disruption posed by construction activity, especially where works are occurring adjacent to public areas, require the occupation of public spaces (such as footpaths or roads) or will have an impact on local traffic conditions.