The Shire of Kojonup is committed to keeping our streets, reserves and public spaces safe, accessible and attractive for residents and visitors alike.
Abandoned vehicles and unlawful parking are not just an eyesore — they can create safety hazards, obstruct traffic and impact the amenity of our community.
Abandoned Vehicles
The act of dumping or abandoning a disused vehicle on a road, verge or reserve is considered littering and is an offence under Western Australia's Litter Act 1979. It is also an offence under the Local Government Act 1995 to leave or abandon a vehicle in a public place, on a carriageway or in a road reserve for more than 24 hours.
Abandoning a vehicle is illegal. Under the Litter Act 1979 the responsible person may be issued an infringement and the Shire may impound the vehicle. Every attempt is made to contact the owner before a vehicle is impounded. If abandonment of your vehicle is unavoidable, leave a note with your contact details and the circumstances on your dashboard so Rangers can investigate accordingly.
Impounded vehicles must be claimed by the owner by paying all prescribed fees and providing proof of ownership. Vehicles that remain unclaimed may be disposed of.
Unlawful Parking
A person must not leave a vehicle in a public place if it obstructs the use of any part of that public place, or if it appears to an authorised person to have been abandoned. A person who commits an offence under local parking laws is liable, on conviction, to a penalty not exceeding $5,000.
Parking regulations in the Shire are in place to ensure fair and safe access for everyone. Please observe all posted signage, time limits and no-parking zones. A person must not stop or park a vehicle on land without the consent of the owner or occupier of that land, and must not park in a manner that blocks driveways, footpaths or access ways.
The Shire of Kojonup Local Park Law