Where you can put up a business sign

Rules for business signs are based on the zone your business is located in.

To find your zone, use the GeoMaps map viewer. For help with GeoMaps, visit Property information in GeoMaps.

Apply for a sign approval

Find out how to apply for an approval to a sign rule, how much it will cost, and how we can help you.

Find out what sign rules apply to business zones, and the types of signs you can display.

Find out what sign rules apply to metropolitan zones, and the types of signs you can display.

Find out what sign rules apply to neighbourhood and local centre zones, and the types of signs you can display.

Find out what sign rules apply to residential areas, and the types of signs you can display.

Find out what sign rules apply to rural zones, and the types of signs you can display.

Find out what sign rules apply to town centre and mixed use zones, and the types of signs you can display.

Find out what sign rules apply to light and heavy industry zones, and the types of signs you can display.

Find out what sign rules apply to city centre zones, and the types of signs you can display.

Rules relating to signs that were approved under an old bylaw, previous council, exemption, permit or resource consent.