Portable Sign Bylaw in Gander Newfoundland
“Portable Sign” means any advertisement described for use under Section II of these regulations, permitted to be erected, usually for a specified time period as set out by Council, but easily moved upon notice. This type of advertisement is usually reusable and moved to various locations. Vehicles and trailers, etc., with advertising markings/designs or carrying signage and placed on site for the sole purpose of advertising, shall be considered Temporary/Portable Signs under these regulations.
- A valid permit is required
- Permission will be granted for the use of temporary/portable free-standing signs for a maximum of 2 months, twice per calendar year, or 4 months, once per calendar year.
- Signs are not permitted to encroach on Town Property.
- No sign will be permitted to be erected in the public right-of-way or within 15 metres of another temporary/portable sign.
- Not more than one (1) sign shall be permitted on any one lot. In the case of corner lots housing multiple businesses, one (1) sign facing each street may be permitted. (Both signs are prohibited for the same business
The above regulations are summarized for the reader’s convenience. The Bylaws are always subject to their interpretation of the regulations in favor of the Town of Gander. The Town may change the signage bylaws at any time. Detailed information may be found on their website.