Busking
Image: Busker in Greymouth's town square in the CBD.
General conditions for buskers
- Busking is subject to the prior approval of the owner of the land involved. This is a fairness consideration. It also provides the landowner with the opportunity to preserve their rights in relation to health and safety etc.
- Audible noise/sound or other emissions, including smells/odours/gases of any kind, must be maintained at levels that will not offend. The Council officer attending complaints will, in their exclusive opinion, determine the validity of complaints received.
- Busking will not be allowed if it involves any aspects that may detract from the amenity value of the area.
- Busking will not involve any material that may be deemed objectionable. Including that seen from a religious, cultural or ethnic viewpoint.
- No busking will take place where it or the audience watching impedes the free flow of traffic. This includes pedestrians or access to businesses or places of interest.
- Council seeks to have a collaborative relationship with those wishing to engage in Council spaces. However, if this is not respected by those wishing to busk, with due consideration for the clauses listed here, the right to busk may be terminated with immediate effect.
You can read our policy on busking below.
Busking in Public Places Policy (PDF, 89KB)
If you have any queries, please do not hesitate to contact us on 03 769 8600 or email info@greydc.govt.nz.
