Political signs allowed on private property in Ocean County with First Amendment protection. Toms River (Ch. 348) allows from 30 days before to 7 days after election. Right-of-way and utility pole placement prohibited.
Ocean County municipalities regulate political signs under their zoning codes, constrained by Reed v. Town of Gilbert (2015) which bars content-based distinctions. Toms River Land Use Ch. 348 Sign Regulations: political signs permitted 30 days before the election through 7 days after; no attachment to utility poles or placement in the public right-of-way or sight triangles at intersections. Similar rules in Brick, Jackson, Lakewood, and coastal boroughs. Size limits typically 6 sq ft in residential zones, 32 sq ft in commercial. ACLU of NJ confirms homeowners retain broad First Amendment rights on private property, and towns cannot ban political yard signs outright. HOAs may set reasonable time/place/manner rules but cannot target specific viewpoints. Campaign signs for candidates appearing on the November general election ballot in Ocean County (Board of County Commissioners, Sheriff, Surrogate) follow the same rules.
Signs in ROW or on utility poles: removed by township at campaign's expense. Failure to remove post-election (day 8+): Toms River removes and may bill the sponsoring candidate/committee. Penalty typically $25 to $100 per sign.
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