Apply for a permit to use a motorised recreational vehicle

Any person using a recreational vehicle on private land under two hectares will need to apply for a permit.

Recreational vehicles include:

• dirt bikes
• quad bikes
• 'pee wees'
• mini-bikes
• go karts
• any other vehicle propelled by a motor that's used for recreational purposes.

They do not include:

• vehicles engaged in legitimate farming activities
• motorised wheelchairs
• motor-assisted bicycles with a motor less than 200w.

When you need a permit

• If you are using a recreational vehicle on land under two hectares.
• If you are using a recreational vehicle on land that does not include a dwelling, regardless of size.
• If you are using more than two recreational vehicles at any one time on any land, regardless of size.

Permit conditions

The following conditions apply:

• The vehicle/s can only be used between 7am and 8pm Monday to Friday, and 9am and 8pm on weekends and public holidays.
• No more than two recreational vehicles can be used at any one time without a permit.
• The use of any motorised toy vehicle must not create any dust which detrimentally affects neighbouring properties.
• The vehicle/s must not be used on any of the following days:
  • Total Fire Ban
  • Severe, Extreme and Code Red Days
  • Smog alert days

Fees

The application fee for a permit to use a motorised toy vehicle is $117. This amount is correct as of 1 July 2025.

How to apply