Signs

Signs posted in the County of Brant must follow restrictions.

For full details see our sign bylaw.

Where are Signs Prohibited?

By-Law Number 121-08 prohibits the erection or display of signs in a variety of locations, including (but not limited to):

On, over or partly over a street (except for an official sign or sign otherwise authorized by the County of Brant)
On a provincial highway, or on a property that is fronting a provincial highway except subject to Ministry of Transportation requirements
In a location where the sign may interfere with or damage any above or below ground municipal or utility services

What Kinds of Signs are Prohibited?

A sign other than a billboard sign located on a property which becomes vacant and unoccupied for a period of 90 days or more, or any sign which pertains to a time, event or purpose which no longer applies.
Any banner except a banner located within a public road allowance as approved by Council, erected for a maximum of two occasions per year for a maximum of 14 days per occasion subject to the requirements for fascia signs in Schedule A.
A flashing, animated or video sign.
Any sign with an electronic message display, without first receiving written confirmation from County of Brant staff.
A sign supported entirely or partly by the roof of a building or structure and which sign projects above the roof.
A billboard sign unless permitted.
A sign located as to obstruct the view of any pedestrian or motor vehicle driver so as to cause an unsafe condition.
A sign attached to, interfering with or obstructing the view of an authorized traffic sign, traffic signal or official sign, or any sign capable of being confused with such a traffic sign, traffic signal or official sign.
A sign located within a sight triangle.
An illuminated sign that directs light into a residential or agricultural zone.
A sign on a vehicle or trailer where the vehicle or trailer is used primarily as a sign.
A sign supported by a tree, bush or shrub.
A sign located within a required parking space as defined in the County Zoning By-Law.
A sign which conveys offensive, libelous or obscene words or images or a message that contravenes any law of Canada or Ontario.
A sign which obstructs openings required for light, ventilation, ingress, egress or firefighting.
A sign on a concrete or masonry noise attenuation wall.
A sign where it constitutes a danger or hazard to the general public.
A sign on any property without the owner's permission.
An overhanging sign unless authorized by permit.

For more information about signs on private property contact the Zoning Administrator at 519-442-6324 or 1-888-250-2296 ext. 3015. For questions regarding signs on a municipal road allowance contact the By-Law Enforcement Department at 519-449-2451, 1-888-250-2295 or by email.