Community tenure forms
A number of different tenure agreements (the conditions under which land or buildings are held or occupied) are available for not for profit (NFP) groups, such as:
- short and long term leases
- permits or licences
- management and user agreements, or
- a combination of the above.
The type of tenure offered by Council will depend on:
- the type of activity undertaken
- what infrastructure is required
- the suitability of the premises, and
- how regularly the activity occurs.
Under a tenure arrangement, Council’s consent must be obtained before making any improvements, additions or alterations within or to the leased area; permit or licence area; management agreement area and/or user agreement area via the Go Clubs Application for Improvement Works.
Last Updated: 3 November 2022
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