What to know about Carlton
- At the 2021 Census, 80.7% of Carlton's occupied private dwellings were flats or apartments, 17.1% were semi-detached, terrace or townhouses and 1.3% were separate houses.Source: ABS 2021 Census QuickStats
- 72.3% of Carlton households rented their home at the 2021 Census, against 10.0% owned with a mortgage and 13.3% owned outright.Source: ABS 2021 Census QuickStats
- The City of Melbourne's reserved parking permits name removalists as an eligible use, and applications must arrive more than five clear business days before the booking.Source: City of Melbourne
- The City of Melbourne says a truck needs at least two parking bays, a typical bay being six metres long, and bays cannot be reserved in clearways during clearway times, no stopping areas, permit zones or narrow streets.Source: City of Melbourne
- Princes Street between Lygon Street and Nicholson Street, on Carlton's northern edge, is on the City of Melbourne's list of clearway and tow-away streets.Source: City of Melbourne
- City of Melbourne residents get one free hard waste collection of up to one cubic metre each financial year, booked ahead, with items out on the kerb the day before.Source: City of Melbourne
Book the parking first
Carlton is in the City of Melbourne, which issues reserved parking permits and names removalists as an eligible use. An application must arrive more than five clear business days before the move; with four business days or less the council may accept it at its discretion for a priority fee, and permits are never issued on the spot (City of Melbourne). City of Melbourne residents get a 50 per cent discount on a permit for a removalist outside their own home, with a utility bill or lease as proof.
The council says a removal truck needs at least two bays, a typical bay being six metres long. Bays can be reserved in green-signed areas, but not in clearways during clearway times, no stopping areas, permit zones or narrow streets. Princes Street between Lygon Street and Nicholson Street is on the council's list of clearway and tow-away streets (City of Melbourne).
A suburb of apartments and renters
At the 2021 Census, 80.7% of Carlton's homes were flats or apartments and 72.3% of households rented. Many moves here are small, quick and tied to a lease, but an older walk-up building without a lift can still take a crew most of the morning. Tell the removalist the floor and the stairs when you request a free quote, or see small moves if you are only moving a few rooms.
Hard waste before you go
City of Melbourne residents get one free hard waste collection of up to one cubic metre each financial year. Bookings are essential and open two months ahead, items go on the kerb the day before, and residents of high-rise buildings can ask their building manager to book (City of Melbourne).
Common questions
How far ahead should I book a parking permit for moving day in Carlton?
The City of Melbourne needs a reserved parking permit application more than five clear business days before the booking. Shorter notice may be accepted at the council's discretion for a priority fee.
How many parking bays does a removal truck need?
The City of Melbourne says at least two, a typical bay being six metres long. A larger truck may need more, so check the truck's length with the removalist before you apply.
Is there a discount for residents?
Yes. City of Melbourne residents get a 50 per cent discount on a reserved parking permit for a removalist outside their own home, with a utility bill or lease agreement as proof.