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Ci t y of Revel st ok e

Council Report
Date: J uly 31, 2014 File No: 3900-20
To: Mayor and Council
From: Dean Strachan, MCIP, RPP
Manager of Development Services
Subject: New Sign Bylaw

1. ISSUE
The current Sign Bylaw includes a series of additions and amendments that have
resulted in some clarity and consistency issues. A new Sign Bylaw is proposed to
replace the existing Bylaw.
2. RECOMMENDATION
THAT staff be directed to proceed with a new Sign Bylaw No. 2054 and to
repeal Sign Bylaw No. 1864;
AND THAT the proposed new Sign Bylaw No. 2054 be referred to the Advisory
Planning Commission (APC) and Enhancement Committee for their review
and comment.
3. CAO COMMENTS
Agree with recommendation. These revisions will help to provide clarity and
consistency with new sign applications and protected long term overall community
values. TP
4. BACKGROUND
4.1 Proposed new Sign Bylaw No. 2054 (see Figure 1) was developed from the existing
Sign Bylaw No. 1864 (see Figure 3) with the objectives of standardizing format,
simplifying regulations, improving clarity and providing regulation consistency.
4.2 A new application form format was implemented for development applications in
March 2014. If the new Sign Bylaw is approved, as part of implementation of the
new Bylaw staff would introduce a new Sign Permit Application form (see Figure 2)
to replace the existing form (see Figure 4).
5. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS
5.1. There are no known financial implications arising from the recommendation.
6. DISCUSSION
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6.1. The base regulations of the existing Sign Bylaw are in line with sign bylaws in other
B.C. Municipalities. However, amendments and additions that have been made to
the Bylaw have resulted in format and regulation inconsistency. The readability,
clarity and consistency of the Sign Bylaw have been a concern in the community
that has resulted in some confusion and interpretation conflicts in the sign permitting
process.
6.2. The proposed new Sign Bylaw and new Sign Permit Application form are intended
to provide additional regulation clarity with the objective of simplifying the sign
permitting process while maintaining the core regulation base of the Bylaw.
6.3. Regulations related to awning/canopy, free standing and window signs have been
updated to reflect existing signage in the community while continuing to include the
control limit objectives of the existing Bylaw.
6.4. The Sign Bylaw would be a base onto which additional design regulations would be
added to. Future Downtown Design Guidelines and Victoria Road Commercial
Corridor Design Guidelines would include additional regulations that would build
onto those found within the proposed new Sign Bylaw. Planning work on Design
Guidelines is proposed to start in 2015 in conjunction with an Official Community
Plan (OCP) review.
6.5. It is recommended that the new Sign Bylaw be referred to the APC as well as the
Enhancement Committee for their review and comment.
6.6. In order to ensure the community is aware and has the opportunity to provide their
input, in addition to the statutory Bylaw advertising requirements, communication
would also be undertaken through the City website, social media, press releases
and the Chamber of Commerce.
7. RELEVANT LEGISLATION
7.1 Sign Bylaw No. 1864
8. ATTACHMENTS
Figure 1 Proposed new Sign Bylaw No. 2054
Figure 2 Proposed new Sign Permit Application Form
Figure 3 Existing Sign Bylaw No. 1864
Figure 4 Existing Sign Permit Application Form
9. RECOMMENDATION AND OPTIONS
9.1 Recommendation:
THAT staff be directed to proceed with a new Sign Bylaw No. 2054 and to
repeal Sign Bylaw No. 1864;
AND THAT the proposed new Sign Bylaw No. 2054 be referred to the Advisory
Planning Commission (APC) and Enhancement Committee for their review
and comment.
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9.2 Option 1: Council may make alterations, additions and/or deletions to the proposed
Sign Bylaw.
9.3 Option 2: Council may choose to retain the existing Sign Bylaw No. 1864.
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City of Revelstoke
Sign Bylaw No. 2054
A Bylaw to regulate the number, type, form, appearance and location of signs on private property in the City,
and to regulate and impose requirements in relation to the erection, placing, alteration, maintenance,
demolition and removal of signs, sign boards, advertisements, advertising devices and structures on private
property and encroaching into public roadway within the City.
Section 1 - Title and Repeal
1.0 This Bylaw may be cited for all purposes as "Sign Bylaw No. 2054".
1.1 This Bylaw repeals Sign Bylaw No. 1864 and all amendments thereto.
Section 2 - Definitions
2.0 Words appearing in bold are defined terms under this Bylaw.
2.1 In this bylaw, the following definitions shall apply:
Abandoned Sign - means a sign that advertises an activity, product or service no longer conducted on the
property on which the sign is located.
Animated Sign - means any sign other than a banner sign, flag sign, changeable copy sign or barber pole,
which includes action, motion or colour changes on all or any part of the sign.
Banner Sign - means a temporary sign composed of lightweight material, including nylon, vinyl, cloth,
canvas or similar fabric, either enclosed or not enclosed in a rigid frame, which may be attached to a
structure.
Billboard - means a third party sign used for the purpose of advertising places, persons, products, services
or activities that are not directly related to the parcel on which the sign is located.
Building Directory Sign - means a sign that provides a guiding list of the businesses or operations within a
building.
Building Face - means the total area of a building elevation, extending from grade to the eaves or top of
any parapet wall.
Building Official means the person appointed to that position by Council, any person authorized by the
Building Official to exercise their powers in their absence, and any other person appointed by the Council
to administer this Bylaw including the Manager of Development Services and Director of Engineering and
Development Services.
Canopy, Awning or Marquee - means a temporary or permanent projecting roof or similar structure, which
is attached to and supported by a building wall.
Canopy/Awning Sign - means a sign placed on, attached to or constructed on the face of an awning,
canopy or marquee.
Changeable Copy Sign - means a sign on which wording and/or graphics are changed either automatically
or manually through the use of attachable letters, numerals and graphic panels or electronic switching of
lamps or illuminated tubes.
FIGURE 1
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Clearance - means the vertical distance between the bottom of a sign and surface immediately below.
Comprehensive Sign Plan - means a plan showing the number, design, colour, size, copy, appearance,
location and elevation of all existing and proposed signs on a development site.
Construction Sign - means a sign used to identify the owner, general contractor, sub-trades, architect,
engineers and others associated with the design, planning and construction of a building under
construction.
Copy - means the text, illustrations and symbols that make up the messages on a sign.
Directional Sign - mean any sign that serves solely to direct to places or areas on a property.
Fascia Sign - means a flat sign attached to or painted on a building face which does not extend beyond the
building face.
Flag Sign - means a sign displayed on a piece of fabric but does not include a flag or emblem of a political,
civic, philanthropic, educational or religious organization.
Flashing Sign - means an illuminated sign other than a changeable copy sign which contains electronic
moving or flashing copy, flashing lights or exhibits noticeable changes in light intensity.
Freestanding Sign - means a permanent sign that is self-supporting and is not connected to a building, but
does not include billboard signs.
Grade - means the highest surface elevation of the ground abutting a structural element of any sign or
other structure whose height is regulated by this bylaw, except in the case of lots adjacent to the Trans-
Canada Highway, in relation to which grade shall mean the level of the surface of the portion of the
roadway of the Trans-Canada Highway that is nearest the sign or other structure.
Home Occupation Sign - means a sign that identifies a home occupation business being carried out on a
residential property.
Lot - means the smallest unit in which land is designated as a separate and distinct parcel as shown on the
records of the Land Title Office.
Parapet/Parapet Wall - means that portion of a perimeter building wall that rises above the roof level.
Penthouse Sign - means a sign on a structure projecting above a building roof or parapet, or on a structure
forming a wall or screen around equipment mounted on a roof.
Portable Sign - means any sign other than a sandwich-board sign that is not permanently attached to the
ground or to a building.
Projecting Sign - means a sign that projects perpendicularly from a building face.
Real Estate Sign - means a temporary sign that displays information indicating that the property or
premises on which the sign is located is for sale, lease or rent.
Roof Line - means the horizontal line made by the intersection of the wall of a building with the roof of the
building or the top edge of a parapet, or in the case of a building with a pitched roof, shall mean to the
edge of the eaves.
Roof Sign - means a sign erected upon the roof or parapet of a building above the roof line of the building.
Revolving Sign - means any sign which as a whole or a portion revolves or rotates.
Sandwich Board Sign - means a non-illuminated moveable sign consisting of two flat surfaces joined at the
upper end and resting on the ground.
Service Event Sign - means a sign that advertises an event being held by a school, church, service club,
health and welfare organization, and City sponsored events being held within Revelstoke.
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Sign - means any structure, device or visual display intended to advertise, to communicate or attract the
attention of the public for any purpose.
Sign Area - mean total area of the face of a sign including the copy, framing, trim, or molding but does not
including the supporting structure. The calculation for a double faced sign shall be the area of one face
only. Double faced signs shall be constructed so that both sides are the same.
Sign Height - means the vertical distance measured from grade to the highest point of a sign for maximum
height, and to the bottom of the sign for minimum height.
Street - means a highway, road or thoroughfare open to the public, excluding lanes.
Subdivision Identification Sign - means a sign identifying by name only a group of 10 or more lots created
by subdivision.
Temporary Promotional Sign - mean a banner sign, displayed for a maximum of 14 days, used to promote
the opening of a business, a change of business address, a change of ownership or lessee, or a major
business anniversary.
Third Party Sign - means a sign that directs attention to a business, commodity, service or entertainment
conducted, sold or offered on premises other than the premises on which the sign is located.
Under Canopy/Awning Sign - means a sign suspended by an awning, canopy or marquee and located
entirely below and under the awning, canopy or marquee.
Window Sign - means a sign painted on or affixed to the inside of a window which is visible to the general
public.
Section 3 - General Provisions
3.1 This Bylaw applies to all signs other than municipal, federal or provincial signs.
3.2 No sign shall be altered or relocated unless the sign has been made to conform in all respects with the
applicable provisions of this Bylaw.
3.3 Every sign shall be maintained by the property owner as to its structural soundness and appearance such
that it does not constitute a hazard to persons in the vicinity or present an unsightly appearance, and for
that purpose a sign presents an unsightly appearance if:
(i) any painted or stained surface of the sign or supporting structure is chipped or peeling or exhibits
visible discoloration, rust or corrosion;
(ii) any portion of the copy is faded or otherwise deteriorated so as to render it illegible at the distance
from which the sign is intended to be read;
(iii) any fabric of which the sign is fabricated, including any fabric comprising an awning, is torn or frayed;
(iv) any letter of a sign composed of individually mounted letters is absent;
(v) any light bulb or tube is inoperative or any wiring component not functioning; or
(vi) the supporting structure or any component thereof has been damaged or has deteriorated such that
the sign is not plumb and level.
3.4 If, at any time, any sign does not conform in every respect with the provisions of this Bylaw, the Building
Official may give notice to the property owner, or occupier of the land or premises upon which it is
displayed, to repair or remove the sign within the period specified in the notice.
3.5 Unless otherwise provided for by this Bylaw, a sign for a business premises may be erected or placed only
on that portion of the building that is occupied by the business or activity to which the sign relates, and on
a building face that is oriented towards a street.
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3.6 The Building Official may order the stop of any erection, construction, alteration, or other establishment of
a sign that does not comply with this Bylaw by posting a notice to that effect on the sign or the site of the
work and providing a copy of the notice to the property owner or occupier of the premises.
Section 4 - Prohibitions
General Prohibitions
4.1 Except as permitted in Section 5, no person shall erect, construct, alter, paint, move or otherwise establish
a sign on a property within the City unless a permit has been issued pursuant to this Bylaw.
4.2 No person shall erect, construct, alter, paint, move or otherwise establish a sign that is not according to the
Sign Permit, including the description, plans and specifications of the sign for which the permit has been
issued, unless such change has been approved in writing by the City.
4.3 Unless authorized by the City, no person shall reverse, alter, deface, cover, remove or in any way tamper
with any notice posted on or fixed to any sign or other structure pursuant to this Bylaw.
4.4 No person shall interfere with or obstruct the entry of the Building Official onto land or premises for the
purpose of inspection or otherwise determining whether the requirements of this Bylaw are being met.
4.5 No person shall continue to erect, construct, alter, paint, maintain, move or otherwise establish a sign after
the Building Official has ordered cessation of the work, except as authorized by the Building Official.
4.6 Signs that are not specifically permitted in this Bylaw are prohibited. Without restricting or limiting the
generality of the foregoing, the following signs are prohibited:
(i) Abandoned Signs;
(ii) Animated Signs and Changeable Copy Signs (except Changeable Copy Signs displaying gas prices at
gasoline service stations and copy displaying menu items as facia signs for restaurants and coffee
shops);
(iii) Flag Signs;
(iv) Signs mounted on or supported by a balcony;
(v) Flashing Signs;
(vi) Penthouse Signs;
(vii) Portable Signs, except as permitted by Section 5.14 of this Bylaw;
(viii) Revolving Signs, and posters, pennants, ribbons, streamers, spinners, or other similar moving
attachments affixed to a sign;
(ix) Roof Signs;
(x) Third Party Signs other than signs on land comprising a shopping centre or similar comprehensive
commercial development included as part of a comprehensive sign plan;
(xi) any sign that obstructs any portion of a doorway, window or fire escape;
(xii) signs on balloons or other gas-filled devices except to advertise a special event or to identify a new
business or change of ownership of premises, provided that the sign is not displayed for more than 7
days;
(xiii) signs which by reason of their size, message, location, movement, content, colouring or manner of
illumination, may be confused with or construed as a traffic control sign, signal or device, or the light
of an emergency or road equipment vehicle, or which conceal from view any traffic or street sign,
signal or device;
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(xiv) signs attached to or located on any vehicle or trailer parked so as to be visible from a street. This does
not prohibit any form of permanent signage normally attached to a motor vehicle for the purposes of
identifying the owner or operator of the vehicle or the goods or services it contains or provides; and
(xv) signs emitting sound, odor or matter.
Section 5 Exemptions to Sign Permit Requirements
5.0 The following signs are permitted on all properties in the City without a permit otherwise required by this
Bylaw, subject to the regulations set out in this section and the regulations pertaining to the relevant sign
type in Section 6:
5.1 Construction Signs subject to:
(i) a maximum sign area of 3.0m
2
(32.3ft) erected on the site of a building under construction other than
a single-family dwelling or duplex;
(ii) a maximum sign area of 1.0m
2
(10.8ft) on the site of a single-family dwelling or duplex under
construction;
(iii) a maximum sign height of 2.4m (7.9ft);
(iv) a maximum of one sign per construction site; and
(v) removal of the sign within 14 days of the issuance of an occupancy permit for the building to which
the sign pertains.
5.2 Election Signs on behalf of candidates for public office or referenda on election ballots.
5.3 Flags or emblems of political, civic, philanthropic, educational or religious organizations, to a maximum sign
area of 1.5m
2
(16.1ft).
5.4 Home Occupation signs, to a maximum sign area of 0.2m
2
(2.2ft).
5.5 Memorial plaques, cornerstones, and like monuments displaying historical building information approved
by the City.
5.6 No trespassing, no dumping and no shooting signs to a maximum sign area of 0.2m (2.2ft).
5.7 On-site directional signs to a maximum sign area of 0.6m (6.5ft), and with a maximum sign height of
2.0m (6.6ft) in the case of a freestanding sign.
5.8 Public notices authorized by City, Provincial or Federal legislation.
5.9 Real Estate Signs, subject to:
(i) a maximum sign area of 3.0m
2
(32.2ft) for signs advertising an entire commercial, industrial or multi-
family residential property;
(ii) a maximum sign area of 0.6m
2
(6.5ft) for signs advertising a single-family residential property or a
portion only of a commercial or multi-family residential property;
(iii) a maximum of one sign per property; and
(iv) removal of the signs within two weeks after the property to which they relate is sold, rented, leased or
otherwise taken off the market.
5.10 Real Estate Signs advertising a group of lots for sale within a subdivision, including the name of the
subdivision, lot and road plans, prices, and the name of the listing real estate agent, provided that the sign is
located on the land being subdivided and does not exceed a maximum sign area of 3.0m
2
(32.3ft) or a
maximum sign height or width of 2.4m (7.9ft).

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5.11 Open House Signs shall direct to or advertise a real estate open house subject to:
(i) a maximum sign area shall be 0.6m
2
(6.5ft
2
);
(ii) display of signs permitted by this section only on the property to which the sign relates or on a vehicle
parked on the property or on a street abutting the property;
(iii) a limit of one Directional Sign placed on a boulevard at the nearest intersection, sign must not
obstruct intersection visibility; and
(iv) display of signs permitted under this section only during the hours that the property to which they
relate is open to the public for inspection, plus one hour before and after.
5.12 Sandwich Board Signs, subject to Section 3.3 of this bylaw.
5.13 One Service Event Sign per event.
5.14 One Portable Sign per abutting street for the purpose of advertising petroleum products at a service
station, not exceeding a sign area of 2.5m
2
or a sign height of 2.0m, and one sign per pump island not
extending beyond the pump island or exceeding a sign area of 2.0m
2
(21.5ft).
5.15 Temporary Promotional Signs, subject to:
(i) a maximum sign area of 1.5m
2
(15.6ft
2
); and
(ii) a maximum of one sign per business premises.
5.16 Window Signs, in zones other than residential zones, with a sign area not exceeding 20% of the total
window area.
5.17 Signs erected by the City for any City purpose.
5.18 Signs containing the buildings street address only, maximum size 1.0m
2
(10.8ft).
5.19 Temporary Public Safety Signs.
Section 6 - Permitted Signs
6.1 Unless otherwise provided for by this Bylaw, a sign shall only be placed, erected or maintained if
specifically permitted by the provisions of this Bylaw, and if a permit for the sign has been issued by the
Building Official or is exempt under Section 5.
Billboard Signs
6.2 Billboard Signs are permitted on lots abutting the Trans-Canada Highway No. 1 (East & West) and Highway
23 (North & South), subject to the following regulations:
(i) a Billboard Sign is only permitted on a lot containing no other Freestanding Signs except where the
lot has more than 91.5m (300.0ft) of highway frontage. In such instances, more than one Billboard
Sign is permitted provided that there is a minimum separation of 91.5m (300.0ft); and
(ii) the maximum sign area of a Billboard Sign shall be 20.0m (215.3ft).
Building Directory Signs
6.3 Building Directory Signs are permitted in all zones of the City other than residential, subject to the
following regulations:
(i) the maximum sign area is 0.2m
2
(2.2ft) per business premises to a maximum of 2.0m
2
(21.5ft) per
building or lot;
(ii) the sign height shall be a maximum of 2.5m (8.2ft);
(iii) a Building Directory Sign shall contain not more than two sides displaying copy;
(iv) One Building Directory Sign shall be allowed per building;
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(v) Building Directory Signs may be freestanding or fascia signs; and
(vi) A freestanding Building Directory Sign shall be located in a landscaped area 3m (9.8ft) from a property
line abutting intersecting streets or the point of intersection of driveways and streets. In the case of
an access road, the 3m (9.8ft) shall be measured back along the edge of the access road or driveway
from the point of intersection of highway.
Canopy/Awning Signs
6.4 Canopy/Awning Signs are permitted in all zones of the City other than residential, subject to the following
regulations:
(i) Canopy/Awning Signs shall be limited to one sign per business or one sign per 7.6m (25.0ft) of canopy
or awning length;
(ii) the maximum sign area shall not exceed 25% of the area of the canopy or awning; and
(iii) Canopy/Awning Signs shall be an integral part of the canopy or awning and not an attachment or
addition.
Under Canopy/Awning Signs
6.5 Under Canopy/Awning Signs are permitted in all zones of the City other than residential, subject to the
following regulations:
(i) the maximum sign area shall be 0.6m
2
(6.5ft);
(ii) the minimum sign height shall be 2.5m (8.2ft); and
(iv) under canopy/awning signs shall be limited to one sign per business, per building face.
Fascia Signs
6.6 Fascia Signs are permitted in all zones of the City other than residential, subject to the following
regulations:
(i) the maximum sign area shall be limited to 15% of the area of the building face.
(ii) only one Fascia Sign is permitted per 7.6m (25.0ft) of building face.
Freestanding Signs
6.7 Freestanding Signs are permitted in all zones of the City, subject to the following regulations:
(i) the maximum sign area shall not exceed 11.5m
2
(123.8ft) or a maximum sign height of 7.6m (25.0ft);
(ii) the minimum sign height of Freestanding Signs located within 3m (9.8ft) of a property line abutting
intersecting streets or the point of intersection of driveways and streets shall be 2.5m (8.2ft). In the
case of an access road, the 3m (9.8ft) shall be measured back along the edge of the access road or
driveway from the point of intersection of highway;
(iii) only one Freestanding Sign structure shall be permitted per lot; and
(v) Freestanding Signs in residential areas are permitted only for apartments or townhouses for the
purpose of identifying the name of the project, street address, management information and
vacancies, and shall not exceed a sign area of 2.5m
2
(26.9ft) and a maximum sign height of 1.5m
(4.9ft).
Projecting Signs
6.8 Projecting Signs are permitted in all zones of the City other than residential, subject to the following
regulations:
(i) the maximum sign area shall be 0.6m
2
(6.5ft);
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(ii) the minimum sign height shall be 2.5m (8.2ft);
(iii) no part of a Projecting Sign shall be higher than the top of the roof line or wall to which it is
affixed; and
(iv) Projecting Signs shall display copy on both sides.
Subdivision Identification Signs
6.9 Subdivision Identification Signs are permitted at subdivision entrances subject to the following
regulations:
(i) the maximum sign area shall be 4.0m
2
(43.1ft);
(ii) the maximum sign height shall be 1.8m (5.9ft);
(iii) the sign structure shall be set back a minimum of 1.0m (3.3ft) from any property line; and
(iv) the Subdivision Identification Sign shall be located in a landscaped area at least twice as large as the
permitted sign area.
Section 7 - Permits
Application for Permits
7.1 Before any person places, erects or alters any sign, they shall make an application for a permit in writing
to the City in the form prescribed for the purpose by the Building Official, unless the sign is specifically
exempted in Part 5 of this Bylaw.
7.2 The applicant shall in no case proceed with the placing, erection, or altering of any sign until the permit
has been issued.
7.3 An application shall include:
(i) the name and address of the Sign Permit applicant, the owner of the sign and the registered owner
of the land on which the sign will be erected.
(ii) a drawing of the sign including copy proposed.
(iii) a copy of specifications and scaled drawings (8.5x11 or 11x17) showing, as applicable:
(a) the dimensions of the wall surface of the building to which the sign is to be attached;
(b) the dimensions of the sign and supporting members, including the method of attachment and
character of the structural member to which attachment is to be made;
(c) the materials of which the sign is constructed or fabricated;
(d) the proposed location of the sign in relation to any building face on which it is to be mounted.
(e) the proposed location of the sign in relation to the boundaries of the lot upon which it is to be
sited;
(f) the size and location of all existing signs on the premises which require a permit under this
Bylaw;
(g) the sign footing and/or base design details;
(h) electrical design for the sign;
(i) sealed design drawings prepared by a Professional Engineer when required by the Building
Official;
(j) if the sign is to be illuminated, the source of illumination and colours; and
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(k) a current photograph of the building face where the sign is proposed to be attached and photos
of all existing signs on site.
7.4 In the case of a development comprising more than one building or business or more than one lot, the
Building Official may require the submission of a Comprehensive Sign Plan indicating the number,
locations, sizes, and general appearance of all signs proposed to be erected or installed in the
development, which shall be coordinated such that the signs present a consistent and unified appearance.
7.5 The Building Official shall issue the sign permit for which an application is made where the proposed sign
conforms to this Bylaw and all other applicable Bylaws of the City.
7.6 The permit shall expire if the work or activity authorized by the permit is not completed within a period of
120 days from the date of the issuance of the permit.
7.7 The Building Official may require, as a condition of the issuance of any permit, that all or a specified
component or construction authorized by the permit be carried out under the supervision of a
Professional Engineer registered in the Province of British Columbia, and may refuse to issue a permit
unless the applicant provides a letter by a Professional Engineer registered in the Province of British
Columbia, undertaking to supervise the work.
7.8 In addition to the Sign Permit, the connection of any electrical sign shall be authorized by a permit issued
under the B.C. Electrical Safety Regulation.
Owner Responsibilities
7.9 Notwithstanding that the Building Official has issued a permit, approved the drawings and specifications
or conducted inspections and approved the work, the owner of the lot upon which a sign is or is to be
located, the occupier of the lot upon which a sign is or is to be located and the owner of the sign shall be
fully responsible for:
(i) carrying out all work for which a sign permit has been issued to the standards required by all
applicable Bylaws of the City;
(ii) constructing and erecting the sign and carrying out the work authorized by the permit under
conditions which protect public safety; and
(iii) maintaining the sign in accordance with this Bylaw.
Section 8 Enforcement, Violations and Penalty
8.1 The Building Official may enter at all reasonable times upon or into any property, building or structure for
the purpose of ascertaining whether the requirements and regulations of this bylaw are being followed.
Any obstruction to the administration and enforcement of this bylaw shall be an offence.
8.2 The Building Official may order the cessation, repair, alteration, correction or removal of any sign or
works which are in contravention of the provisions of this bylaw.
8.3 Every person who violates any of the provisions of this Bylaw or permits any act in contravention of this
Bylaw or who neglects to do or refrains from doing anything required by the provisions of this Bylaw,
commits an offence and each day during which such violation occurs or is allowed to continue shall
constitute a separate offence, and upon summary conviction thereof shall be liable to a fine and penalty
not exceeding $500.00 and shall be liable to the cost of prosecution.
City of Revelstoke
Box 170, 216 Mackenzie Ave
Revelstoke, BC
V0E 2S0
Ph: (250) 837-3637
Fax: (250) 837-3632
development@revelstoke.ca
www.revelstoke.ca
SIGN PERMIT
APPLICATION
For Official Use Only
Permit Number: ________________________
Date of Application: ___________________
Application Accepted by: _____________
Roll Number:___________________________
**INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED**
Location
Civic Address:
Legal Description
Lot: Plan:
Registered Owner
Name: Phone:
Mailing Address: Cell Phone:
City: Fax:
Postal Code: e-mail:
Applicant and/or
Agent
Name: Phone:
Mailing Address: Cell Phone:
City: Fax:
Postal Code: e-mail:
Sign(s) Description
Sign Type
Billboard Sign Building Directory Sign Canopy/Awning Sign Under Canopy/Awning Sign
Facia Sign Freestanding Sign Projecting Sign Subdivision Identification Sign
Sign Dimensions
Sign Length (m) Sign Height (m)
Sign Width (m) Sign Area (m
2
)
Sign Depth (m) Sign Weight (kg)
Application Checklist
Appoint. of Agent (Schedule 3) YES NO N/A Conforms to Sign Bylaw YES NO N/A
Colour Sign Plan (8.5x11 or 11x17) YES NO N/A Conforms to Zoning Bylaw YES NO N/A
Site Plan YES NO N/A Electrical Design YES NO N/A
Footing and Base Design YES NO N/A Sealed Engineered Design YES NO N/A
Conforms to Development Permit YES NO N/A Fees Included ($60.00) YES NO N/A
**N/A is Not Applicable**
Applicant Name: ________________________ Applicant Signature: _________________________
(please print clearly)
Form: SIGN-2014-07-31
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