By Tate Papworth
Community demand has prompted the Brimbank council to consider turning a Taylors Lakes easement into a fully enclosed dog off-leash area.
The council says it has received several requests from residents over recent years for a fully enclosed facility within the transmission easement which runs between Kings Road and Sandpiper Drive.
The easement is currently an off-leash area, however the council wants to formalise a large portion into a fully enclosed facility.
New fences and gates would be installed, along with a water fountain (for humans and dogs), seating and tree planting.
The council will also investigate adding future facilities such as a small separate enclosure for older/smaller, less confident dogs and a small shaded pavilion.
It is anticipated these will be carried out within the next two years, however work is subject to planning and budget approval.
Last year the state government pledged $5 million to build up to 15 new off-leash dog parks across Melbourne, including Brimbank if re-elected.
If you’d like to provide feedback on the proposal email: info@brimbank.vic.gov.au
