Signs - Frequently asked questions

You can download an uncertified copy of the Temporary Signs on Highways Bylaw 29M97, or visit the City Clerk's Department for a certified copy.

Here is the current list of prohibited roads where the Traffic Engineer has banned the use of temporary signs. Please also refer to the map for additional guidance. Though this list is comprehensive, you can contact the office of the Traffic Engineer at CommunitySigns@calgary.ca if you have any questions.

1. It is closer than 15 meters to any intersection.
2. It is within 20 meters of a sign posted by the same owner or promoting the same idea.
3. It is placed within a Playground Zone or School Zone.
4. It is closer than 30 meters to any intersection, City bus shelter, transit bench, bus zone, LRT station, or LRT platform.
5. It is closer than 2 meters from the curb or edge of the road where there is no curb.
6. It is placed on any traffic island or center median.
7. It has a sign face larger than 0.6 square meters (approximately 2X3 feet).
8. It is higher than 0.92 meters (3 feet) when measured from grade to the highest part of the sign.
9. It obstructs any portion of any traffic control device or creates a potential traffic or pedestrian hazard.
10. It is attached to a street light pole, a traffic signal pole (with limited exceptions), or any decorative street light pole.
11. It does not have the name, mailing address, and phone number of the owner and the date the sign was set out on its face.
12. It is displayed for longer than 14 days from the date on the sign or more than 24 hours after the date of any advertised event concludes, whichever is less.
13. It has a position, shape, color, format, or illumination similar to a Traffic Control Device.
14. It is attached to a sound attenuation wall.
15. It is lit, electrified, or inflatable.
16. It is permanently affixed.
17. It is supported by string, rope, or metal guide-wire.
18. It is on, attached to, or within 2 meters of a fire hydrant.
19. It is attached on or within a Plus 15 bridge.
20. It is erected in any prohibited or restricted area.
21. It is placed over a street or on or within a pedestrian walkway or overpass.
22. It does not have the name, mailing address, and phone number of the owner and the date the sign was set out on its face.