Fly Posting

Further information about signs

Fly posters are simply advertisements that are displayed on highway land contrary to the Highways Act 1980, and the Town and Country Planning Act 1990, or on private land contrary to the 1990 Act.

Directional Signs

The only method of affixing or erecting signs on highway land, is to obtain consent from the Council to do so. However, under the Highways Act 1980, the Council can only give consent if it is a recognised sign under the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984. Consent is therefore rarely given, as it must also be proven that the sign is required from a traffic management perspective.

For further information about applying for consent to directional traffic sign, contact Solihull Council's Traffic Management Team on 0121 704 8004.

Neighbourhood Watch Schemes and Public Authorities

Adverts for neighbourhood watch schemes or for those relating to the functions of public authorities are subject to deemed consent under the Town and Country Planning Act 1990. The Council has given consent that such adverts may be displayed on lamp columns on the public highway.

For further information about deemed consent, or to apply for planning permission to advertise on private land, contact:

Solihull Council's Planning Services 0121 704 6373

Advertisements Relating to Elections

On the 9th March 2006, Solihull's Cabinet made the historic decision to withdraw consent for advertisements relating to elections to be displayed on the public highway. This decision was made due to concerns over safety and the detrimental effect such advertisements have on our environment. The decision supports the strong stance the Council has taking towards fly posting and sets a positive example to others.