A Sign Permit is required before putting up, altering, or relocating most signs within the Town of Nipawin—whether it’s for your business, event, or property. This helps ensure signs are safe, appropriate for their location, and aligned with the Town’s zoning bylaws and community aesthetic.
You’ll need a Sign Permit if you plan to:
Install a new permanent sign (e.g. fascia, freestanding, pylon)
Relocate or replace an existing sign
Erect a temporary sign that stays up more than a few days
Put up a sign with lighting or digital displays visible from public roads
Not sure? It’s always safer to double-check with the Planning & Development team.
Open the Online Form
Apply here
Enter Property & Applicant Info
Provide your contact details, property location, and ownership information.
Describe Your Sign
Share the sign type (freestanding, fascia, projecting, etc.), dimensions, materials, and any lighting.
Upload Required Documents
Site plan showing the proposed sign location
Drawings or photos of the sign
Engineering specs (for larger/complex signs)
Submit the Application
Town staff will contact you if additional information is needed.
Make sure you have:
A site plan showing the sign’s placement
A drawing or image of the proposed sign
Materials, height, width, and lighting details
Engineering or structural drawings (if needed)