State Statute does not allow signs on utility poles as follows:
New Jersey State Statute 27:5-9, prohibits the placing of signs (political or otherwise) on public utility poles. Section 27-5-9f states, "A sign may not be painted, drawn, or erected, or maintained upon trees, rocks, other natural features or utility poles.
Section 27-5-16 prescribes penalties ranging from $50 to $500 for each offense. Each day of the violation may be deemed to be a separate offense.
USE THIS PAGE AND THE FORM BELOW TO REQUEST A TEMPORARY SIGN PERMIT FOR YOUR BUSINESS. KEEP IN MIND THAT THE REQUIREMENTS FOR A TEMPORARY SIGN ARE AS FOLLOWS:
Chapter 190-44. D. (6) (e) allows temporary signs advertising sales, premiums, special events or other temporary activities.
=Temporary signs may be mounted on the window, roof, door, storefront or an existing freestanding sign or its supports.
=Total area of temporary signs at any time shall not exceed 25% of the building front or 75% of the freestanding sign if mounted thereon.
=Only one freestanding sign per business may be used for this purpose.
=All temporary sign permits require removal with 14 days after the special event or temporary activity has taken place.
=There is a limit to the use of temporary signs or not more than 60 days in one year.
=Temporary signs include pennants, banners or any other generally recognized marketing tool
=Prior to establishing such a temporary sign, notice shall be given to the Zoning Officer on forms prescribed by the Township. Like notice shall be given upon the removal of signs.