Frequently Asked Questions
- take a photo on the the spot and report using the Snap Send Solve app[ZK1] .
- contact us online at manningham@vic.gov.au
- phone 03 9840 9333 (Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm).
What is a Footpath Policy?
This Policy will outline Council’s approach to planning, prioritising and delivering new footpaths and upgrades within the road reserve to improve walking access, safety and connectivity across the municipality. It establishes consistent, equitable criteria to guide decision-making and support inclusive access for all community members
Why is Council reviewing how footpaths are planned and prioritised?
We currently priortise new footpaths using factors such as walking demand, road type, access to public transport and proximity to community facilities. While this approach has worked well, we want to better understand how people actually use footpaths and what matters most when balancing safety, accessibility, location and long‑term planning so future investment reflects community needs as clearly as possible.
How do we make decisions about footpath surfaces?
When planning new footpaths, we balance a range of factors, including safety, accessibility, durability, environmental conditions, costs,maintenance requirements and location.Different surface materials may be different depending on the location and setting.
What decisions will this policy influence?
Taking community input, technical standards,local conditions and relevant legislation into account, your feedback will help us understand what matters most to the community and inform the principles that guide future footpath decisions.
How do we currently prioritise footpaths?
We consider pedestrian demand, road type, proximity to facilities and public transport when determining how we prioritise new footpaths.
What will the final policy do?
The Final Footpath Policy will set typical design standards, prioritisation criteria, and funding allocation process.
Will this survey look at existing footpaths or can I nominate footpath for priority?
This consultation is about reviewing and updating criteria for new footpaths, rather than people nominating footpath upgrades, maintenance or construction.
Will you use this data for any other purposes?
Collection of your information complies with the Privacy Policy outlined in our Your Say Manningham site: Privacy Policy | Your Say Manningham. Manningham City Council is fully committed to protecting any personal information you provide to us as per our obligations under the Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014 (Vic). The information collected will be used to support Council’s decision-making and actions in relation to the Footpath Policy and to enhance Council’s understanding of Manningham communities as a whole. It will not be disclosed to any other external party without your consent, unless required or authorised by law. You may request access to the information you have provided at any time and make corrections if you believe the information is incorrect. Please contact us via telephone 9840 9333 or email manningham@manningham.vic.gov.au.
Will this policy look at shared paths like bicycle paths?
Shared paths, including bicycle paths, are not in scope for this consultation. However, any relevant findings from this consultation will be provided to help inform future work, including consideration as part of Council’s Active Transport Strategy later in the year.
Where do I report a footpath issue?
To report a current footpath issue you can:
Provide location, date and photos if possible.
How does Council check on current footpaths?
Each year, we carry out inspections of footpaths across Manningham. These proactive inspections help us understand the current condition of our footpaths and identify where maintenance, upgrades or improvements are needed. The information we collect forms part of our regular asset condition assessments and helps guide future planning, renewal and investment decisions.
When will the final Footpath Policy be adopted?
The Footpath Policy is expected to be considered by Council for adoption in June 2026, following review and assessment of community feedback.