Sign Permits

A sign permit from the Town of Gravenhurst may be required prior to installation or substantial alteration of the following types of signs:

The Sign By-law treats the BIA as a special section and imposes a different set of regulations:

• Signs in this area are requested to conform with the Façade Design Guidelines (see page 19)
• Signs in this area cannot be backlit, but can be externally illuminated (i.e. Gooseneck Lighting)

Before you complete the application form, ensure you have the following items: 

• Written authorization from the property owner
• Detailed site plan with an overview of the property indicating the location of the sign (including adjacent streets, buildings, existing signs, setbacks)
• Elevation and cross section views of the proposed sign
• Structural detail of the proposed sign (dimensions, design, and materials)
• Schedule 1 Designer Information (if applicable) 

If the proposed sign will be affixed to a building:

• Drawings/specs identifying the location on the building where the sign will be affixed
• Details about how the sign will be anchored 

All sign designs must be in compliance with the Town of Gravenhurst Dark Sky By-law as well as any other applicable by-laws and regulations. 

Note: Proposed signs located in the Hwy 11 Corridor require MTO approval before applying for a sign permit with the Town of Gravenhurst. 

For more construction details refer to section 8 of the Sign By-law.

APPLY FOR A SIGN PERMIT

Some incidental signs such as election signs, rezoning/development notification signs, incidental signs, and sandwich boards are still regulated in the by-law but do not require a sign permit. Before placing these types of signs please refer to the By-law and please feel free to contact the By-law Enforcement Division for more assistance.

• Abandoned or obsolete
• Roof signs
• Flag signs
• Illuminated signs in the BIA (see section 3 of the By-law for exceptions)
• Banner type signs
• Incidental signs

Yes! The Community Improvement Program includes tax incentive grants for qualified projects. Façade and Streetscape Design Guidelines are in place to create a more cohesive and inviting look and feel in the designated urban area.