Signs
There are many different types of signs. In most cases, you will need to apply for a permit or approval to put up a sign, with the exception of some types of temporary community signage.
On private land
Responsible authority
Council.
How to apply
Contact our Planning unit on (03) 5422 0333 to determine whether a permit is required.
Fees
Fees may apply.
Business signs
Responsible authority
Council.
How to apply
If you want to display an A-frame sign outside your business, you must apply for a Roadside and Footpath Trading permit. For all other signs that relate to your business, contact our Planning Department on (03) 5422 0333 for more information.
Fees
Fees apply.
Community facility signs
Responsible authority
Council and VicRoads.
How to apply
Call our customer service team on (03) 5422 0333.
Fees
Fees may apply.
Emergency services
Responsible authority
Council
How to apply
Call our customer service team on (03) 5422 0333.
Fees
Fees may apply.
Political and election signs
Responsible authority
Council and VicRoads
See Elections
Road safety signs
Responsible authority
Council and VicRoads
How to apply
If it is for a Council road, call our customer service team on (03) 5422 0333, otherwise contact VicRoads.
Fees
Nil.
Public toilets and rest areas
Responsible authority
Council
How to apply
Call our customer service team on (03) 5422 0333.
Fees
Fees may apply.
Street signs
Responsible authority
Council
How to apply
Call our customer service team on (03) 5422 0333.
Fees
Fees may apply.
Temporary signs (community events, festivals, fetes, whole town garage sales)
Responsible authority
Council - Local Laws Team
How to apply
Due to the risk to drivers and walkers, neither Council or VicRoads allow signage to be placed on the road reserve, however there are 37 possible locations that can be used to advertise community events for a two week period prior to the event. Community event signage must comply with the VicRoads Community Event Signage process that came into effect on 1 July 2016.
Note: depending on the type of event, you may need to provide other types of signage as part of your traffic management plan (if applicable). These requirements will be outlined in your application.
Fees
Fees may apply.
Tourist signs (accommodation, attractions, businesses)
Responsible authority
Council and/or VicRoads.
How to apply
Call the Visitor Economy team on (03) 5421 9674 or email tourismadmin@mrsc.vic.gov.au
Fees
Fees apply.
Gambling Advertisements
Advertising for any form of gambling on Council Land or on a road is prohibited under Council's Community Local Law 2023.
For more details, refer to clause 12, page 15 of the Community Local Law 2023.