Temporary signs are any signs NOT intended for permanent installation and are intended to be used for a limited time. These could include signs for:
- special events
- sales
- sale or rental of property
- supporting political candidates or positions
- community events
- presenting other miscellaneous or incidental information or instructions
| Type of temporary sign | Fee |
|---|---|
| Type of temporary sign | Fee |
| Multiple resident sign | $37.00 per licence per 30-day occasion, maximum 60 days, twice yearly |
| Mobile sign | $37.00 per license per 30 day occasion to a maximum 1 year |
| Box sign | $140.00 per license per year |
| Banner sign | $70.00 per license per occasion to a maximum 30 days |
| Sandwich board | $94.00 per license per year |
| Inflatable sign | $37.00 per license per 30 day occasion to a maximum 1 year |
| Community event sign | $25.00 |
| Multi special event sign | $37.00 per license per 14 day occasion, maximum twice year/per property. |
How long will it take to obtain a license?
Every effort is made to issue a license in five business days. Call 311 to inquire about the status of your application.
You don’t need a license for
- sandwich board signs on private property
- short-term signs on private property
- light standard signs on private property
- light standard banners on private property
- posters
- election signs
How do I apply for a temporary sign license?
To apply online you'll need a customer portal account. Not sure how to do that? View the job aide for setting up your customer portal account.
You need to file a separate application for each sign license, and each application must include:
- name of the applicant
- written consent from the owner of the premises, if other than the applicant
- proof of insurance for sandwich boards in the street right of way
- a site plan that shows: location & measurements of the proposed sign from curb or travelled way; sign orientation; the location of all other signs on the property; vehicle access locations; north arrow; the distance between on-site signs; the distance of all LED or electronic signs within 300m of property; property lines; adjacent streets; parking; buildings; landscaped areas; location and distance of key decision-making points (see guidelines); labels and directions where applicable. Metric only.
- a graphic design, drawn to metric scale showing the design and construction material of the sign
- payment of fees
- please review the variable message sign guidelines[PDF] to ensure you are adhering to the requirements