Bees

Number of Hives Permitted per Property

No more than two hives can generally be kept on a lot.

To keep more than two hives, please provide reasons writing with your application to us. 

Restrictions

The keeping of bees on a property with the Shire of Murray must comply with the following:

• The lot where the bees are kept must have an adequate and permanent supply of water and the bees must have access to water at all times
• The hive/s must be kept outside and at least 10m from any building, footpath, street or public place and at least 5m from the boundary of a lot
• The hive must be enclosed on all sides by a fence wall or other enclosure to encourage bees to fly at a height over the property boundary
• Keeping the bees must not cause a nuisance to other residents.

Health Local Law 2018

Biosecurity and Agriculture Management Regulations 2013

Report a nuisance

Report a nuisance 

For assistance with swarms or feral hives on your property, please consult the Western Australian Apiarists' Society website.