Sign By-law

By-law 2017-076 establishes standards for the design, construction, installation, maintenance, and relocation of outdoor signs within the Municipality of Casselman.

Highlights

People wishing to install, relocate, or modify a sign, as defined in the by-law, must first submit an application and obtain a sign permit.

Permissions and restrictions regarding the types of signs, dimensions, and lighting apply to different zones within the Municipality.

The by-law applies to the following categories of signs and installations:

  • Permanent and temporary signs
  • Awnings, marquees, and billboards
  • Community service and event signs
  • Real estate and residential project signs
  • Freestanding, pole-mounted, pylon-mounted, rooftop, post-mounted, or pivoting signs
  • Illuminated or inflatable signs
  • Signs and plaques installed on walls, windows, or facades
  • Directional signs and signs for persons with disabilities

This by-law does not apply to indoor signs.

The management of electoral signs is governed by by-law 2023-57

Penalties

A person found guilty of an infraction under the by-law may receive a fine, as provided for in the Municipal Act.

File a complaint or report a violation

To file a complaint with the municipality regarding a perceived violation, you need to fill out a complaint form.

To report a situation during our opening hours, please contact the Municipal By-law Officer at 613-764-3139, extension 241.