All relevant information that is required for those who are starting a commercial business or are looking at changing the use of their business.

Air-Handling and Water Systems of Buildings
Register your water-cooling system and warm-water system with Council and read about the installation, operation and maintenance requirements of these systems.

Fire Safety
Fire safety measures and annual safety statements.

Food Safety
Find out about general food safety requirements and requirements when setting up a new food business or home-based food business. Get approval and permits for temporary food stalls and mobile food vending. Details also provided on Council's routine inspection program.

Footpath Activity
Footpath activities include a range of small scale activities such as display of merchandise, election activities, community fundraising stalls and information booths. Information on Council policy and applying for footpath activities in the City of Ryde.

Hair and Beauty Salons
Register your business with Council and read about the hygiene standards required for a hair and beauty business. Details also provided on Council's routine inspection program.

Land Contamination
How to prevent land contamination and your duty to report contamination.

Outdoor Dining
Applications for outdoor dining and council's outdoor dining policy.

Public Swimming Pools and Spa Pools
Find out about the regulations and guidelines that must be adhered to. Details also provided on Council's routine inspection program.

Skin Penetration Premises
Register your business with Council and read about the standards required for a skin penetration business. Details also provided on Council's routine inspection program.

Waste Management
Management of waste storage areas, garbage areas and proper disposal of liquid and hazardous wastes.

Note: Information in this section is being developed to provide a more comprehensive resource for commercial businesses and will be added over the next few months.