2. What are the contact details of the Advertisement department?
The entire department operates at 5 SN Banerjee Road, Kolkata 13, 1st Floor, Room Numbers 115,116,118. Contact Number: 22861000, Extension 2801/2625/2829

3. How can I apply for an ad-spot? Can you describe each step in the process, documentation & turn-around-time for each step?
For banners, posters, umbrella, leaflets and other temporary advertisements a simple letter on plain paper or letterhead furnishing the details of size, duration location and number (how many) serves the purpose. The charge will be calculated on the basis of existing budget schedule and normally the permission is issued within next 24 hours.
For permanent hoardings on property owned by any individual; or organization other than KMC the following papers are to be submitted,
a. An application in the format available in the department (Annex A – Available Online).
b. An agreement between the owner (s) of the building and the applicant
c. Structural stability certificate from an empanelled structural engineer class II
d. NOC from the owner
e. Copy of current tax bill of the premises
f. Engineering drawing of the proposed structure in triplicate blue print signed by the applicant, an
g. LBS and the owner of the premises.
h. An affidavit in the prescribed format sworn before a first class magistrate (Annex B – Available Online).
i. For advertisement on KMC property an application on plain paper suggesting the proposed sites and blue print plan of the proposed site is sufficient. However such sites are often allotted through tender also.

4. What can I do if there is excessive delay in my getting an ad-spot inspite of providing all the documents as specified?
In the unlikely case of such an event, you are most welcome to approach the Deputy Manager, Advertising at 22861000, extension 2801 or the Assistant License Officer at 22861000, extension 2625 who would do their best to sort out the matter.

5. What are the rules regarding hoardings?
Hoarding are governed by chapter XIV of KMC Act 1980 salient rules are:
a. No structure can be erected for the purpose of advertisement without prior permission and license from KMC and without paying the taxes thereof.
b. No advertisement can be made causing obstruction to natural light and flow of air and movement of pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
Please note that KMC is empowered to demolish, deface, and pull down any structure erected for the purpose of advertisement, which contravenes the rules.

6. What can I do if I notice obstructions to my hoardings such as tree branches?
In case a tree obstructs your hoarding, please do not trim it yourself. This will lead to cancellation of your license. Please inform the parks and square department of KMC they will look into the matter. If trimming is not possible, you may apply to advertisement department for shifting of hoarding. If obstruction is due to any other hoarding please inform advertisement department by lodging a complaint.

7. How do I obtain lighting for my ad-spot? What are the charges for the same?
Lighting to be obtained from CESC after payment of illumination charges to KMC. See schedule of charges, Taxes for applicable fees (Annex C – Available Online).

8. Are there regular inspections of ad-spots by KMC?
Yes periodic inspection is carried out

9. What should I do if I notice ad-spots that are a public nuisance or objectionable?
If you notice objectionable advertisements, please inform advertisement department over phone or by a letter. In case of phone please furnish your own particulars. In case of a letter you may simply furnish the location of the site without disclosing your identity.

10. How do I confirm that the ad-spot for my advertisement is authorized and legal?
Please enquire with the advertising department.

11. How often will I be billed? What are the components of my bill (license fee, lease etc)?
Payment of tax and fees are to be made prior to display. Frequency of payment and renewal of license is given in the tax schedule (Annex C).

12. What payment methods are available to me?
Payment may be made in cash, bank draft or cheque in favor of the Kolkata Municipal Corporation payable at Kolkata.

13. Who do I contact for grievances regarding my bill?
You are most welcome to approach the Deputy Manager, Advertising at 22861000, extension 2801 or the Assistant License Officer at 22861000, extension 2625 who would do their best to sort out the matter.

14. Where can I deposit my payment?
You may make your payment at the departmental counter of first floor of 5 SN Banerjee Road, room Number 118.

15. What happens if I am late in my payment?
It is strongly recommended that you make your payments on time. In the event of delays in payment, your license will lapse resulting in demolition and/or defacement of the display and/or a penalty to the tune of three times the usual taxes will be applicable.

16. Is there a reminder service for payment of pending tax demand? How often are these reminders sent?
Yes. Reminders are sent on expiry of license.

17. Can I pay in monthly installments?
Unfortunately there is no provision for payment in installments.