Within Wyndham, the use of outdoor advertising signage is outlined within the Wyndham Planning Scheme’s Advertising Sign Policy in conjunction with Local Laws.

These regulations apply to all land within the City and are designed to ensure public safety and to maintain the presentation and character of our streetscapes and support businesses activities.

There are specific regulations and applications required for different kinds of advertising signage, including real estate and subdivision development signage, home based businesses, trailer signs and more.

To find out more about more contact the Wyndham City’s Planning team, via mail@wyndham.vic.gov.au or 1300 023 411.

Here are some frequently asked questions about some of the more common signage applications:

Commercial Real Estate Agent Signs

Real estate agents can display a sign advertising the sale or letting of the property on which it is displayed, without a planning permit if:

  • The display area does not exceed 10 square metres
  • The sign is not animated
  • Only one sign is displayed per property
  • The sign is removed within 7 days of the sale or lease date (this is the date the contracts are signed by both parties, not the settlement date).
  • Signs displayed with no actual sale/lease information are not permitted.

A planning permit may be granted for:

  • A sign with a display area to exceeding 10 square metres, if the sign concerns more than 20 lots.
  • A sign to be displayed on land excised from the subdivision and transferred to the municipal council.
  • A sign to be displayed longer than 7 days after the sale date.

Apply for a Planning Permit

Report a Non-Compliant Sign

We have a zero-tolerance approach to these kinds of non-compliant signs. 

If you notice a real estate sign that appears to have remained up for longer than permitted or isn’t in accordance with the other requirements, please contact us:
📞1300 023 411
📧mail@wyndham.vic.gov.au

 

Home-based Business Signs

Home-based Business Signs within residential  and high amenity areas are restricted in size in order to maintain the presentation of residential neighbourhoods.

One sign advertising a Home-based Business is allowed without a permit, however, it must not exceed 0.2 square metres with all  other signs requiring a Planning Permit prior to being displayed These signs are subject to certain guidelines.

View Planning Scheme - Sign Terms

Apply for a Planning Permit

General Business Signage

Business identification and promotional signs displayed by businesses are governed by specific zoning and sign classification requirements.

As each zone has varied requirements, operators are encouraged to seek advice and guidance from Council’s Planning Department for permit requirements, via mail@wyndham.vic.gov.au or 1300 023 411.

View the Advertising Sign Policy

Community Event Signs

In order to be able to display community event signage within the Wyndham municipality (including event-based Real Estate boards), you first need to submit a request for an Exempt Sign Certificate which confirms whether the intended sign meets an exemption for a permit. .

  • The intended sign must be for a Wyndham-based community event, not held for commercial purposes.
  • A physical address for the applicant in Wyndham is required. The request will be recorded against this address.
  • Applications can be made for a maximum of 2 approved locations (outlined within the form).
  • Applications may only be made 4 weeks prior to the event being advertised.
  • Display period for sign/s will be as stated on Exempt Sign Certificate (minimum 14 days prior to the event

View: Community Exempt Signboards Guidelines and Conditions

Apply for Exempt Sign Certificate

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