Bylaws Bylaws
This page outlines Auckland Councils bylaws, which ensure the safe use of the transport system.
- What bylaws are
- Why we need bylaws
- What Council's bylaws cover
- How to get approval
- Links to our bylaws
What bylaws are
Bylaws are rules made by local councils or authorities under national legislation. They give location-specific rules for different topics. Bylaws, once approved, let Council take action against people who go against the rules of the bylaw.
Auckland Council is the main bylaw-making authority in Auckland. Auckland Council can make bylaws to help manage issues related to transport and public safety on Auckland’s transport network. It is important to note that the state highway network, including motorways, is managed by Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency.
Bylaws are generally reviewed every 5 to 10 years. The process to make or review a bylaw involves public consultation to help make our bylaws as useful as possible and reflect the needs of Aucklanders.
Council has 3 bylaws that are made under either the Land Transport Act 1998 or the Local Government Act 2002 which apply to the Auckland transport system.
Why we need them
The purpose of our bylaws is to enable Council to take action against individuals whose behaviour leads to safety or operational risk and also to act as a deterrent against any such behaviour occurring.
What Council's bylaws cover
Each bylaw has different topics and content. The following table outlines some key topics and what bylaw you will find it in.
| Topic | Which bylaw covers it |
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Parking |
Vehicle Use and Parking Bylaw |
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Vehicle and road use |
Vehicle Use and Parking Bylaw |
|
Special vehicle lanes |
Vehicle Use and Parking Bylaw |
|
Road restrictions |
Vehicle Use and Parking Bylaw |
|
Busway and busway stations |
Vehicle Use and Parking Bylaw |
|
Beaches |
Vehicle Use and Parking Bylaw |
|
Signage |
Signs Bylaw |
|
Election signs |
Signs Bylaw |
|
Construction work |
Activities in the Road Corridor Bylaw |
|
Encroachments |
Activities in the Road Corridor Bylaw |
|
Damage to the street |
Activities in the Road Corridor Bylaw |
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Vehicle crossings |
Activities in the Road Corridor Bylaw |
|
Filming |
Activities in the Road Corridor Bylaw |
|
Street trading (including micro-mobility) |
Activities in the Road Corridor Bylaw |
|
Livestock movement |
Activities in the Road Corridor Bylaw |
|
Temporary traffic management |
Activities in the Road Corridor Bylaw |
How to get approval
Council operates 3 transport bylaws. To find out how to get approval for activities that comply with the applicable bylaw, go to that bylaw’s webpage.
Activities in the Road Corridor Bylaw 2022
This bylaw provides the framework for approval of a range of activities that are not related to traditional traffic management.
