Sign Permit Application

You need permission to erect, place, construct, alter or move a sign within the District of Saanich.

Applications for Sign Permits are now accepted on our website. The online application replaces the current paper form and allows users to complete and submit their applications digitally, including uploading and submitting documents.

Permitted Signs

Not Permitted

  • Fascia
  • Freestanding
  • Canopy
  • Marque
  • Temporary
  • Roof Signs
  • Projecting Signs
  • Rotating Signs
  • Animated Signs
  • Third Party Signs
  • Portable Signs

Application Requirements

Required Documentation

  • Owner Authorization form - one form required for an owner on title or Building Manager.
  • A Site Plan showing the building frontage width measurement (metric) and the location of each proposed sign on the property in a PDF format, less than 10 MB in size.
    • If applying for a freestanding sign, indicate the location of all existing freestanding signs on the site plan, and the distance from property lines for the proposed new freestanding sign(s).
    • If applying for a fascia, wall, or canopy sign, provide a drawing or photo of the entire face of the building that the sign is proposed to be located on, indicating the location of all existing and proposed signs.
  • Provide scaled drawings of each proposed sign indicating dimensions, materials, colours, and lighting.

Note: Several of the District’s planning and development application fees have been updated to reflect current processing costs and to support timely, high-quality service delivery. 

Application fees shall increase by 3% annually for five years, rounded down to the nearest $5.00, commencing on January 1, 2027, with the final increase occurring on January 1, 2031.