Inner West Council in Sydney has deferred the adoption of a draft policy that would require dog walkers to pay a fee and obtain a permit to use parks in the area.
A proposed fee of $552.60 would be accompanied by additional requirements such as being over 16 years old, holding first aid certificates for humans and animals, and having liability insurance.
The council has voted to defer the issue to a meeting in December to allow time for more information to be gathered about impacts on parks, how the policy would be enforced and how revenue collected would be used.
The council will also consult with neighbouring councils about knock-off impacts.
If implemented, Inner West Council would be the second Sydney council to charge dog walkers for park usage after Lane Cove which introduced a permit system 10 years ago.
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