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Parking in the suburbs
We want to make sure Mandurah’s streets are safe and accessible for everyone. Understanding local parking laws helps prevent traffic hazards and ensures our emergency services can get through when they need to.
No stopping signs:
Vehicles must not stop in these areas unless required by an authorised person or traffic control device.
No parking signs:
Vehicles may stop to immediately pick up or drop off goods or persons. The driver must not move away from the vehicle any more than 3 metres and must not stay in the No Parking area for more than 2 minutes.
Loading zones:
You cannot stop a vehicle in a loading zone unless it is:
- Used for commercial or trade purposes in the continuous collection or delivery of goods; or
- a vehicle taking a reasonable time to take up or set down passengers.
Time limits as sign posted or maximum 30 minutes if not sign posted.
Stopping at carriageways or intersecting roads:
Vehicles are not to stop within 10 metres of the carriageway at an intersecting road unless required to do so by an authorised person.
Facing oncoming traffic:
Vehicles must park facing the same direction as the traffic flow.
Parking within marked bays:
Vehicles must park within a marked bay. If a vehicle is too long or too wide to fit completely within a single parking bay then the person parking the vehicle shall use the minimum number of bays needed.
ACROD parking:
These bays are for people with disabilities issued with an ACROD permit, which must be current and fully visible. In time limited parking zones, ACROD permit holders are given twice the amount shown on the sign.
You must not stop a vehicle or park on a verge without the consent of the owner or occupier.
You cannot park on a verge or road that is within 10 metres of an intersection (or 20 metres if that verge has traffic lights).
This does not apply to commercial vehicles being loaded or unloaded (but not for longer than 3 hours), provided no obstruction is caused to any vehicle or person using a carriageway or path.
To keep our community safe and accessible:
Your vehicle must not be parked on or over any part of a footpath or pedestrian crossing.
You must not park across a driveway or block access to a property.
Vehicles found obstructing footpaths or driveways may be infringed to ensure pedestrian safety.
Special rules apply to heavy vehicles (GVM of 4.5 tonnes or more) or long vehicles (7.5 metres or longer, including trailers):
- These vehicles cannot be parked on a local road in a residential area for more than one hour, unless engaged in the picking up or setting down of goods; or
- carriageway outside a built-up area, except on the shoulder of the carriageway, or in a truck bay or other area set aside for the parking of heavy and long vehicles.
No licensed or unlicensed commercial vehicle should be parked or remain stationery for more than two hours on any land zoned Residential, Urban Development, Canal, Rural Residential or City Centre Development, where the predominant land use is residential unless:
- it is housed in a domestic garage or domestic outbuilding or,
- the vehicle is being used in connection with building, construction works or any other use approved by Council for that land;
- Council has issued a planning approval permitting the parking of such a vehicle.
You are not permitted to advertise a vehicle for sale on a road reserve or parking facility. This includes parking a vehicle with "For Sale" signs on your front verge, a median strip, or any City-managed roadside.
Parking with time limits:
Parking stations and some streets have sign posted time limits. A vehicle must leave the area after the time limit and not return before a 2 hour period has elapsed. Moving a vehicle within the same parking area or facility to avoid time detection is an offence.
Parking with no time limits:
Vehicles must not stay in excess of 24 hours without approval from the City (otherwise they may be deemed as abandoned).
We have many parking stations situated across the City of Mandurah, conveniently located to provide motorists with easy access to facilities in our growing region. Always check for any information signs before leaving your vehicle.
Parking in Mandurah Ocean Marina (South):
Did you know there are five all day, untimed car parks within six minutes walk of the Marina? View the parking map here.
When a vehicle is impounded, City Officers will contact the registered owner to advise of the vehicle's whereabouts. Should the owner wish to reclaim their vehicle, they will be required to pay the necessary fee prior to release. An infringement may be issued.
Vehicle Impound Fees
$175.50 Day one (includes recovery of towing costs), $75 Administration fee, plus $39.25 per day thereafter
All fees can be paid at the City of Mandurah Administration Offices or by direct arrangement with a Ranger out of business hours.
View Impounded Vehicles
Visit the impounded vehicles page for currently impounded vehicles.
The use of trail bikes, quads and other off-road vehicles is prohibited on public land in the City of Mandurah. Trail riding on beaches, foreshores and bushland is also prohibited. These activities should be reported to the City immediately on 9550 3777.
Riding on private property is allowed provided you have written permission from the landowner and is restricted to 2 hours per day.
Riding unlicensed vehicles on the road or footpath is extremely dangerous and should be reported to police immediately on 131 444 or via Crime Stoppers online.
A vehicle that is left unattended and stationary on any public land may be deemed to be abandoned.
What can be done if I see an abandoned vehicle?
The details of the vehicle and location can be reported to the City of Mandurah Ranger Services.
Rangers will attend and place a sticker on the vehicle requesting it is removed within 24 hours. If it is not removed it will be towed to the impound facility at the vehicle owners expense.
Contact the City on 9550 3777 to advise of an abandoned vehicle.
Report an abandoned vehicle
Parking near schools
We put parking restrictions in place near schools to keep our children safe during drop-off and pick-up times. If you do not follow the parking signs, you may receive an infringement. Please use the guide below to familiarise yourself with safe parking around schools.
Parking for people with disability
We provide dedicated ACROD parking bays in all City-managed off-street parking stations and at various on-street locations to ensure our community is accessible for everyone.
Using your ACROD permit
To park in a designated ACROD bay, you must clearly display both parts of your valid permit on your dashboard so the details are visible to our Rangers.
Please note: ACROD parking permits are not assessed or approved by the City. You can apply for a permit and report lost ones through the National Disability Services ACROD parking program.
Infringements and appeals
How do I pay a parking infringement?
Parking infringements can be paid online or in person at one of the following locations.
- City of Mandurah Administration Building - 3 Peel Street, Mandurah 6210
- Falcon eLibrary and Community Centre - Cobblers Rd &, Flavia St, Falcon WA 6210
How do I appeal a parking infringement?
All appeals are required to be submitted in writing.
You can do this in the following ways:
- Write a letter
- Email Ranger Services
- Submit an 'infringement withdrawal request' online
Please include copies of any receipts, permits and any other supporting information relevant to your claim.