Department of Public Works
Advertising Sign (By Highway) Licence
Who Needs This Approval?
Anyone who wants to erect an off-premise advertising sign within 1000 metres of the centre line of the traveled portion of a public highway in Nova Scotia.
Issuing Department / Agency:
Where can you get this licence and/or further information?
Area Manager
Any district or area office
Department of Public Works
Application Forms & Process:
All inquiries regarding the placement of advertising signs on or adjacent to the Highway Right-of-Way are to be directed to the Area Manager at any district or area office, Department of Public Works.
Waiting Period:
10 business days
Expiry & Renewal:
None
Price:
Free
Related Requirements:
None
Additional Information:
Regulations covering advertising signs on highways in Nova Scotia were changed in year 2001.
Legislative Authority:
Public Highways Act, Revised Statutes of Nova Scotia, 1989, Chapter 371, Section 48, 49, 50 and 51.