Businesses face £100 charge for putting up illegal signs in Renfrewshire from April

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Businesses in Renfrewshire will soon have to fork out £100 if “unsightly” illegal signage is traced back to them.The council already removes signs which have been placed on its roads network without the relevant permission.But from the beginning of April it will charge those responsible in a bid to clamp down on the behaviour.The policy move was given the green light at last month’s infrastructure, land and environment policy board.Elected members have reminded culprits that the change will kick in shortly – urging them to “get your stuff removed”.Councillor Stephen Burns, the SNP’s depute board convener, said: “It’s a welcome move because a lot of complaints are made about illegal signage.Renfrewshire Live, the new free app dedicated to bringing you around the clock breaking news, is now available to download.Powered by the Paisley Daily Express, Renfrewshire Live is your go-to source for news, features and sport with live coverage provided direct to the app, seven days a week.The dedicated team of experienced journalists, responsible for the publication of the award-winning Express, will focus on breaking news, day and night, across Renfrewshire’s towns and villages.There is also a dedicated St Mirren section that will follow every kick of the ball with the Buddies. Available on both Android and Apple.

D ownload here: smarturl.it/RenfrewLiveSocial “There have been people with prams or those with visual impairments, who have struggled to get by on a path because signs are blocking them.“It’s also a distraction for drivers if it’s in their line of sight.“We want people to know that this is coming, so get your stuff removed.”Where the sign advertises a business, it will be assumed the owner is accountable for it being in