Signs

The City of Mission regulates signs under the authority of Sign Bylaw 1662-1987. The Sign Bylaw outlines the regulations for the size, type, and location of signs within the City. It contains information on prohibited signs, permit requirements, and when a permit is NOT required.

Sign Permits are issued through the Building Inspection Division. Like other permits, an application is required with plans detailing the size, type, and location of signage and may require the services of a Professional Engineer. A Sign Permit Submission Checklist [PDF/139KB] will list all required documentation to be submitted to obtain a sign permit.

Please note that permits for Temporary Signs (e.g. Sandwich boards) are issued through the Bylaws and Licensing Division. For further information please contact bylaw@mission.ca. Where a sign is located on City property, approvals are granted through the City Engineering Department. For further information please contact engineering@mission.ca.

Building Inspection staff will review the application for compliance with the Sign Bylaw. Once processed and ready for issue, the applicant is advised it is ready for pick-up and fees are paid.  Please note that a Sign Permit is not considered issued until paid for.

Fees for signs are found in Schedule 1 - B. Development Services of the User Fees and Charges Bylaw 4029-2007. Fees are charged based on the number of signs in addition to an administration fee.  Please note that Freestanding Signs require the submission of a security deposit, which will be returned when the project is complete.

When signage has been installed and approved by the engineer, building inspection staff will perform a final inspection and complete the folder.

If you have questions regarding signs you can contact the Building Inspection Division at iservices@mission.ca, or the Planning Division at planning@mission.ca.