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Street numbering policy

The following guideline must be met regarding street numbering.

  • Numbers only are to be displayed;
  • Numbers may be painted only or engraved as well as painted - the depth of engraving is to be 3mm at the deepest point;
  • Numbering is to be on the face of the kerb only, located adjacent to the layback, with 150mm from the start of the layback to the start of the black background;
  • Numbers are to be yellow or white in colour in reflective paint on a square or rectangular black background;
  • Numbering is to be 90mm high and symmetrically placed in relation to the top and bottom of the kerb;

All negotiations and charges are to be direct between the contractor and the householder (i.e. at no cost to Council);

There being no obligation to have numbering carried out - it is entirely a matter of choice for each individual householder;

All Occupational Health and Safety Requirements of the Workcover Authority shall be complied with; and

A Public Liability Insurance Policy shall be taken out by the provider and shall extend to cover Kiama Council for any claim which may arise from carrying out the street numbering work. A certified copy of the insurance cover shall be submitted to Council prior to any works commencing.


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