St. Thomas City Bylaws - Directional Signs
We all want to make sure that when we hold an Open House, the public can find it. To aid in that, we use directional signs, but you can't put them up just anywhere. We have City of St. Thomas bylaws to follow!
Do you know where you can place your signs? Take this quick four-question quiz to find out!
How many temporary advertising signs are allowed on each property?
2. Temporary Advertising Signs on Private Property
g. For every industrial, commercial, institutional, or residential property, one double sided real estate sign is allowed in addition to other temporary and permanent signs allowable through this By-law. These signs must be removed within 2 weeks of signing the agreement to sell the property.
How far away must a directional sign be placed from a sidewalk?
2. Temporary Advertising Signs on Private Property
h. Each advertising sign in this section shall not be placed;
iii. less than 1.5 m from a municipally owned sidewalk
Can you attach a sign to a fence, utility pole or a tree? Yes or No
3. Any advertising Signs on Public Property
d. Signs attached to, municipal fences, utility pole, trees or official signs and or posts are not allowed and will be removed at the owners expense
How long can you keep your Open House directional sign up?
3. Any advertising Signs on Public Property
i. One real estate open house sign may be installed for up to 48 hours in advance of the event.
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Why not check out the City bylaws regarding signs:
https://www.stthomas.ca/city_hall/by-_laws
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Learn more about City of St. Thomas bylaws:
https://www.stthomas.ca/city_hall/by-_laws
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