Sign Permits

A sign permit is formal permission from the City to begin building a sign. It confirms that we've reviewed your sign plans for compliance with the Ontario Building Code, the zoning by-law and other applicable laws.

Sign permits help ensure zoning requirements, structural safety standards and other regulations are met. As the property owner, you're responsible for getting a sign permit when one is required.

When you need a permit

You need a sign permit for most types of signs, including:

  • pedestal signs
  • ground signs
  • building fascia signs
  • roof signs

Fees

Pedestal or ground sign $250

Building fascia sign $100

Roof sign $100

How to apply

Submit your completed Sign Permit Application to the Planning and Building Services Department:

Planning and Building Services
545 Talbot Street
St. Thomas, ON N5P 3V7

Resources

Sign By-Law No. 41-2025

Contact Us

City of St. Thomas
545 Talbot Street, PO Box 520,
St. Thomas, Ontario N5P 3V7
Canada

Phone: (519) 631-1680
customerservice@stthomas.ca 

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