Sign Permits
All signage or advertising within the Town of Cobourg requires a sign permit.
Freestanding Signs
Large, freestanding sign permits are processed through the Town of Cobourg Building Department. Applications are processed through Clouldpermit.
Other Signs
All other sign and banner permits (fascia; sandwich boards) are processed through the Municipal Law Enforcement & Licensing Services Department. Applications are processed online through the Licensing Module of Cloudpermit.
Signs located in the Heritage Conservation Districts
Prior to placing a sign on a designated heritage property, a Heritage Permit must be obtained in addition to a sign permit. Signage on heritage properties should be appropriately placed in the existing sign band and should not overwhelm the building façade. Fonts and colours should be in accordance with the Cobourg Heritage Colour Palette.
Signs that are backlit, contain flashing, animated lights or neon lights are not permitted within the Heritage Conservation Districts.
To find out if your property is within the Heritage Conservation District, please refer to By-law No. 118-91, as amended.
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Town of Cobourg
55 King Street West
Cobourg, ON K9A 2M2
Phone: 905-372-4301
Toll Free: 1-888-972-4301
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