Overview

Street vending activities are governed by the Trading in Public Places Policy and are permitted in some parts of Wellington city.

From July 2007 you can obtain trading licences from the Council.

Trading in Public Places Policy

Food Vendors

There are currently only three permanent locations and two additional summer sites - designated as Mobile Food Stand areas - where vendors can sell food in Wellington:

• Bunny Street - between 6.00am and 6.00pm
• Cnr Taranaki and Dixon streets - between 6.00am and 6.00pm
• Oriental Parade - one all-year stand and two additional summer stands from November to April

Hawkers

'Hawkers' are defined as trading from a vehicle and only stopping long enough to sell to a customer. Hawkers selling food items require a special health licence. Contact the Health Branch on (04) 801 3542 for details.

Hawkers are not allowed in the central business district.

Charity Stalls

Charity stalls selling raffles, handcrafts and confectionery items are approved on a case by case basis. Please contact us for details. Stalls are only approved for the following areas:

• Cuba Mall
• Manners Mall
• Wellington suburbs

Related Links

• Public Places Bylaw
• Street Performance and Busking Policy Handbook
• Trading in Public Places Policy

Department Details:
Transport Group