Local Laws Review 2026

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The Local Government Act 1995 enables Western Australian local governments to make local laws to assist with the governing of their district. In making a local law, a local government must follow the procedure set out in Division 2, Part 3 of the Act. Section 3.12(1) of the Act outlines the local law-making process that must be followed in the sequence in which it is described.

Part of the law-making process is providing Public Notice of the local law review and providing an opportunity for the public to make a submission of commentary which is then provided to Council for consideration.

The Shire of Capel is currently reviewing its local laws and will be sharing those laws here for public review and submissions.

PLEASE NOTE: You will require a PDF viewer application to be installed on the device that you are using to access the Local Law documents.

Should you have any issues accessing the Local Laws or the submission form, or should you have any questions relating to the process please email us via info@capel.wa.gov.au with 'Local Laws' in the subject line to enable us to correctly direct your enquiry internally.

Comment can also be made by emailing the above address with 'Local Law submission' in the subject line.

Hard copies of all LOCAL LAWS are available in each of the Shire of Capel libraries (Boyanup, Capel and the Dalyellup Library and Youth Hub) and accessible word document versions for assistive technologies are also provided in a folder under the Local Law documents section on this page.


The Local Government Act 1995 enables Western Australian local governments to make local laws to assist with the governing of their district. In making a local law, a local government must follow the procedure set out in Division 2, Part 3 of the Act. Section 3.12(1) of the Act outlines the local law-making process that must be followed in the sequence in which it is described.

Part of the law-making process is providing Public Notice of the local law review and providing an opportunity for the public to make a submission of commentary which is then provided to Council for consideration.

The Shire of Capel is currently reviewing its local laws and will be sharing those laws here for public review and submissions.

PLEASE NOTE: You will require a PDF viewer application to be installed on the device that you are using to access the Local Law documents.

Should you have any issues accessing the Local Laws or the submission form, or should you have any questions relating to the process please email us via info@capel.wa.gov.au with 'Local Laws' in the subject line to enable us to correctly direct your enquiry internally.

Comment can also be made by emailing the above address with 'Local Law submission' in the subject line.

Hard copies of all LOCAL LAWS are available in each of the Shire of Capel libraries (Boyanup, Capel and the Dalyellup Library and Youth Hub) and accessible word document versions for assistive technologies are also provided in a folder under the Local Law documents section on this page.


  • Local Laws OPEN for Public Comment

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    The Shire of Capel is reviewing its LOCAL LAWS to ensure they remain current, practical and meet the needs of our community.

    As part of the review process, the Shire is assessing its Local Laws to ensure they:

    • remain consistent with current legislation;
    • reflect contemporary community expectations and operational requirements;
    • are clear, practical and enforceable; and
    • continue to meet the needs of our growing community.

    The Local Laws included in this review are available in the Document Library. We encourage you to read the documents and provide feedback on any Local Law you would like Council to consider as part of the review.

    Community feedback is an important part of this process and will help inform any future amendments before they are considered by Council.

    Why are we reviewing the Local Laws?

    The review ensures the Shire's Local Laws continue to:

    • align with current State legislation and regulatory requirements;
    • support effective governance and service delivery;
    • address changing community needs and expectations; and
    • provide clear and enforceable rules for residents, businesses and visitors.

    The Local Laws under review are:

    • Standing Orders Local Law 2016
    • Waste Local Law 2016
    • Activities in Thoroughfares Local Law 2016
    • Property Local Law (inc. 2012 amendments)
    • Parking Local Law 2016
    • Health Local Law 2000
    • Fencing Local Law 2016
    • Extractive Industries Local Law 2016
    • Dogs Local Law 2017
    • Cemeteries Local Law 2016
    • Cats Local Law 2017
    • Bushfire Brigades Local Law 2016

    The Shire is seeking feedback from residents, businesses and interested stakeholders on these Local Laws.

    Written submissions are invited and must be received by 4pm AWST on THURSDAY 03 December 2026.

    You can make a submission through the form on this website, via email info@capel.wa.gov.au or in person at the Shire Administration building 31 Forrest Road, Capel WA 6271.

    Samantha Chamberlain
    Chief Executive Officer

    The Shire of Capel is reviewing its LOCAL LAWS to ensure they remain current, practical and meet the needs of our community.

    As part of the review process, the Shire is assessing its Local Laws to ensure they:

    • remain consistent with current legislation;
    • reflect contemporary community expectations and operational requirements;
    • are clear, practical and enforceable; and
    • continue to meet the needs of our growing community.

    The Local Laws included in this review are available in the Document Library. We encourage you to read the documents and provide feedback on any Local Law you would like Council to consider as part of the review.

    Community feedback is an important part of this process and will help inform any future amendments before they are considered by Council.

    Why are we reviewing the Local Laws?

    The review ensures the Shire's Local Laws continue to:

    • align with current State legislation and regulatory requirements;
    • support effective governance and service delivery;
    • address changing community needs and expectations; and
    • provide clear and enforceable rules for residents, businesses and visitors.

    The Local Laws under review are:

    • Standing Orders Local Law 2016
    • Waste Local Law 2016
    • Activities in Thoroughfares Local Law 2016
    • Property Local Law (inc. 2012 amendments)
    • Parking Local Law 2016
    • Health Local Law 2000
    • Fencing Local Law 2016
    • Extractive Industries Local Law 2016
    • Dogs Local Law 2017
    • Cemeteries Local Law 2016
    • Cats Local Law 2017
    • Bushfire Brigades Local Law 2016

    The Shire is seeking feedback from residents, businesses and interested stakeholders on these Local Laws.

    Written submissions are invited and must be received by 4pm AWST on THURSDAY 03 December 2026.

    You can make a submission through the form on this website, via email info@capel.wa.gov.au or in person at the Shire Administration building 31 Forrest Road, Capel WA 6271.

    Samantha Chamberlain
    Chief Executive Officer

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