Charities and Non-Profits

Sign By-Law

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Charities and Non-Profits

Fee Exemption: Charities, non-profits, and community organizations are exempt from sign permit fees when the sign advertises an event organized by that group.

Note: You still need to apply for the sign permit where required but there is no cost to the application.

Permanent signs generally require a Sign Permit before being installed or erected. However most temporary signage (e.g. Sandwich Board Signs) does not require a permit.

In all cases, signage must follow the specific size and placement rules in the Town of Bracebridge Sign By-law, key provisions of which are summarized below.

Typical Charity and Non-Profit Sign Types

Wall Signs

Charitable Signs

Sandwich Boards

Mobile Portable Signs

Community Event Signs

Prohibited Sign Types

Any permanent sign attached flat against the wall of a building.

  • Maximum Size: Your total sign area cannot exceed 20% of the business's storefront wall face (Including the area of any Window Graphics).

  • Location: Signs must be located on the ground floor level (unless the business occupies the whole building).

  • Materials: Must be made of rigid, durable materials. Vinyl banners or flexible sheets attached with ropes/grommets are not permitted as permanent wall signs.

  • Projection: Cannot project more than 0.6 m (2 ft) from the face of the wall.

Temporary signs displayed on a property to advertise a specific community service, fundraising drive, or function.

  • Limit: A maximum of 3 Temporary Signs (combined total of Charitable, Community Event, and Mobile Portable signs) are allowed on a property at one time.

  • Duration: Can be displayed for up to 30 consecutive days per function or drive.

  • Frequency: You can display these signs for up to 6 different events/drives per calendar year.

A portable, A-frame style sign placed on the ground during business hours.

  • Limit: One (1) per business.

  • Timing: Must be removed overnight. Permitted display hours are 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m..

  • Placement: Must be placed on private property in the closest proximity to your building to keep the sidewalk clear for pedestrians.

  • Exception: Businesses on Chancery Lane and Anderson Lane may place signs where their lane meets the Manitoba Street sidewalk.

Large, temporary signs on a trailer or stand used to advertise a special event on your property.

  • Duration: Maximum display of 30 days per permit.

  • Frequency: Up to 4 times per calendar year.

  • Separation: Must be at least 15 m (49 ft) away from any other sign.

Restrictions:

  • Cannot have flashing lights or animated electronic messages.

  • Must be located at least 30 m (98 ft) away from a Residential Zone.

  • Exception: Places of worship are exempt from the 30 m residential setback if advertising their own events.

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