City of Derby

Derby Clean Indoor Air Ordinance


Thank you for your interest in Derby's Clean Indoor Air Ordinance. On July 22, 2008, the Derby City Council passed a comprehensive ordinance that prohibits smoking in enclosed public places and places of employment. This ordinance goes into effect on September 1, 2008.

The following materials and resources are provided to educate, inform, and be of use to business owners, employers, and members of the public in Derby and beyond.

Educational Information

Materials & Resources

Required Signage: Business owners and employers are required to post signs at each entrance reading "No Smoking" with a minimum of one-inch lettering or signs with the international "no smoking" symbol. See Section 8 of Ord. #1946 for more information.

The two following sign designs comply with the ordinance's sign requirements and are provided for your convenience. You may print them and post them in your establishment. You are also welcome to use signs purchased through a private vendor or retailer if they meet the ordinance's standard requirements.

Additional Signage: This optional signage may be used in addition to required signage for ease of promoting a smoke-free environment.

For more information, contact City Hall at (316) 788-1519 or visit 611 Mulberry Rd. Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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