Planning a new storefront sign, channel letters or an awning in Vancouver or Burnaby? Caspian Signs & Graphics can handle the permit process together with the sign itself, so you deal with one company from design to installation.
The City of Vancouver requires a permit for signs on private property, including awnings, and each sign needs its own permit. A few signs are exempt, such as signs showing only the building number and street name, or interior signs that cannot be seen from the street. Illuminated signs may also need an electrical permit.
City of Vancouver sign permit information
Burnaby has its own Sign Bylaw and approval process. It usually starts with a pre-application review, followed by a sign application package. Illuminated signs need a separate electrical permit, and some signs also need a building permit.
City of Burnaby sign permit procedure
In most cases, yes. Requirements depend on your address and the type of sign, so we recommend checking with the city. We can review your project and tell you what to expect.
The time depends on the city and the type of sign, and we cannot control the city's review time. We will keep you updated and tell you what we know when you request your quote.
Illuminated signs may need a separate electrical permit. We help coordinate this as part of the process.
Ask us. We work across Greater Vancouver and British Columbia, and we can tell you what applies to your location.
This page is general information only. Requirements depend on your address and sign type. Always confirm with the city.
Call +1 236-591-3235, email admin@caspiansigns.ca, or use our contact form.