|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Mobile Sign Permit Information
*NEW - You Can Now Apply for Mobile Sign Permits Online*
Permit applications for mobile signs can now be submitted online.
The provisions of the City of Brampton Sign By-Law 399-2002, as amended, which governs these signs are described below.
 What type of portable sign does the online submission process apply to? |
At this time, the online submission process is applicable only for signs known as mobile or trailer signs. These signs are free standing, usually on a framework which is towed or transported to a site for positioning on the ground.
A mobile sign may have two sides and no more and typically contains interchangeable letters. The message or Lettering must be black on a white sign or white on a black sign, colour is not permitted on a mobile sign.
The maximum permitted letter height is 51 cm (20 in) and the message displayed on the sign must relate to the business for which the permit was issued. | | When should a portable sign permit be obtained? |
Permits are required prior to a mobile sign being installed on a site and are valid for up to thirty (30) days. Tags (formerly stickers) issued by the Building Division of the City of Brampton must be attached to the sign by the applicant as proof that a sign has a permit. Tags must be placed so that they are easily visible from the street. | | Where are mobile signs permitted? |
Mobile signs are permitted to be placed on private property with the owners written consent, signs are not permitted on municipal property.
There may be one sign for every 46 m (150 ft) of property road frontage and mobile signs must be separated from one another by at least 46 m (150 ft). Signs may not be placed in a visibility triangle where they may impede sightlines, or in any manner that interferes with pedestrian or vehicular traffic.
Click here for a graphical representation of a visibility triangle. | | How is the Sign By-Law Enforced? |
All provisions relating to portable signs within the Sign By-Law are enforced by City of Brampton Enforcement Officers, 24 hours a day and seven days a week.
| | How can I obtain a site plan or survey? |
A property site plan may be obtained from the Document Services Unit of the City of Brampton Building Division.
*Please note: Site maps saved from Brampton Maps may now be submitted for permit applications for mobile signs.*
The site map must be current and show all driveway entrances and buildings, if the map does not provide this information, please contact the Sign Unit at signunit@brampton.ca for further information.
Instructions on how to copy plans from Brampton Maps can be found here. You are required to show the location of the proposed mobile sign as well as the location of any existing portable sign(s) on the property. | | What are the Submission Requirements? |
A complete application consists of:
- Completed online application form
- Site plan or site map showing the location of the proposed and existing sign(s), driveway access and existing buildings. Aerial photographs are permitted provided they are obtained from the City of Brampton website (google maps etc, are not acceptable.)
- Confirmation that a minimum of $2 million liability insurance is in effect.
- Completed and signed Notice of Permission to Display a Portable Sign. This form is available online for printing and must include an original signature.
Scanned documents must be attached to the online application prior to submission. Instructions on how to do so are found here.
Applications may be submitted up to one week (7 calendar days) in advance of the requested start date of the permit. Submissions will be reviewed on a daily basis, please note that applications received after 8:30 am will be reviewed the following business day.
Please note that incomplete applications will not be processed, you will be required to resubmit the application if it is considered incomplete. | | How do I pay for my Mobile Sign Permit? |
The following payment is required prior to issuance of your permit:
- New Permit Application $125.00
- Revision to a Permit $100.00
Payment is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week by dialing 311 in the Brampton area or 905-874-2000 if outside the Brampton area. Please have your permit number(s) available to provide to the Customer Service Agent. You will be given a verbal payment confirmation number and your credit card bill will act as your written receipt.
NOTE: Payment will not be accepted without a permit number and all fees are non-refundable. | | What if I need to revise a permit or change the location of a sign? |
If you need to revise a permit or propose a change to the location of a sign, you will need to submit a revision to the application.
The online application form allows you to choose "revision to an issued permit."
The process will be identical to that of submitting a new application. You will be provided with a revised permit number which will be required in order to pay the revision fee of $100. Payment of this fee may also be made to the Call Centre. |
|
|
|
- Applications may be sumbitted up to one week (7 calendar days) in advance of the start date of the permit. The complete approval process takes approximately three (3) working days from the day that you have submitted your application online.
- Once submitted, your application will be reviewed the following business day. Upon approval you will receive confirmation by email that your application has been approved. The email will contain a permit number which is unique to each application, you will require the permit number in order to submit payment for your permit.
- Email notification will also be provided when applications cannot be approved.
- Once payment has been confirmed, your permit will be issued to you by email within one business day of payment.
- The permit card that you receive must be printed and displayed in the store front window. The bottom portion of the permit card contains a tag, this replaces the sticker that was previously provided to you. This tag must be attached to the sign. It is recommended that the tag be plasticized or placed in a clear plastic sleeve to protect it from weather.
- The tag must be legible and visible from the street. If the tag is damaged another tag may be printed to replace it.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|