Caravan parks and camping
The Caravan Parks and Camping Grounds Act 1995 (the Act) is the principal legislation governing caravanning and camping in Western Australia. For those people considering establishing a caravan park, it is strongly suggested that you obtain a copy of the Caravan Parks and Camping Grounds Regulations 1997. Within it is a lot of information pertinent to the requirements for the setting up and maintaining a caravan park.
In addition to caravan parks, this legislation also governs other camping issues. People found to be camping in locations where they have not sought permission of the landowner face infringements or the possibility of prosecution. For land owned or vested in the Shire of Manjimup, unless prior approval has been granted, the penalty for a successful prosecution is up to $1,000. Signs indicating as such have been or currently are being erected in problem areas.
Camping approval for an event
Should you wish to provide camping facilities for an event, you must apply in writing to the Shire of Manjimup not less than 30 working days before the event for approval for a temporary camping ground. Download the application form here. For more information, please refer to Council's policy Temporary camping grounds for events.
Temporary Accommodation in Caravans and Tiny Homes on Wheels
The Shire has a policy to address the demonstrated need for residents to be able to
reside in Caravans or Tiny Homes on Wheels (THOW) on private land due to the current
cost of living and the housing crisis.
The purpose of the policy is also to outline the circumstances under which the Shire of Manjimup is prepared to approve applications to temporarily reside on their Caravan or Tiny Homes on Wheels in accordance with the Caravan Parks and the Regulations. The policy provides guidance for the minimum health standards, including but not limited to access to water, kitchen, laundry, toilet and shower facilities. It is not designed to allow for the permanent occupancy of caravans or THOWs.
The Policy can be found here under the Environmental Health section.
