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

• You must have a MySaanich profile to make an application. If you do not have a profile, register for one before starting.
• Paying your application fee
• Through your MySaanich account via credit card*
• Pay in person at the Municipal Hall via cheque, cash, debit and credit card* 
• *A non-refundable 2.4% convenience fee is applicable for credit card payments

Sign Permit Fees

Effective until January 1, 2026

• $30 for each sign 0.4m² or smaller in Sign Area.
• $60 for each sign larger than 0.4m², but not exceeding 2m² in Sign Area.
• $100 for each sign exceeding 2m² in Sign Area.

 

*Effective January 2, 2026

• $200 flat fee per Sign

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.
• Example Scaled Drawings