1. Unauthorised signs, displayed goods and other items outside shops

Any interference with public passage is technically an illegal obstruction of the highway. Action will be taken to remove unauthorised signs, displayed goods and other items when a footway or pedestrian area is obstructed to the extent that :

• There is no longer a minimum width of passage of 2.0 metres; or,
• They extend more than 450mm from the shop frontage; or,
• They interfere with the visibility or motorists; or,
• Pedestrians are forced into the road, either directly or because of the number of pedestrians; or,
• There is a significant hazard to pedestrians.

2. Other Unauthorised Signs and Posters

Generally, all other unauthorised signs and posters situated within the highway will be removed.

Discretion may be exercised with regard to signs for local fetes and small charitable events provided that they:

• Do not cause a hazard;
• Are not offensive or unsightly;
• Are erected not more than 48 hours before the event and removed immediately after.