Sign Regulations in Hope Township, New Jersey
Hope Township, New Jersey has specific sign regulations covering 26 sign types across 5 zoning districts. Regulated sign types include Wall Sign (Individual Entrance Tenant), Real Estate Sign, Open House Sign. Height restrictions apply. Permits are required for most commercial signs. Use PermitPal to get instant access to the complete regulations.
Data last verified: April 28, 2025
Sign Regulation Overview for Hope Township, New Jersey
Sample Sign Requirements in Hope Township
| Sign Type | Max Height | Max Area | Setback |
|---|---|---|---|
| Real Estate Sign | — | 6 sq ft per side | — |
| Open House Sign | 18 in | 24 in width x 18 in height per side | — |
| Occupant/Name Identification Sign | — | 3 sq ft per side | — |
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Sign Types Covered
26
- Wall Sign (Individual Entrance Tenant)
- Real Estate Sign
- Open House Sign
- Institutional Building Identification Sign
- +2 more types
Zoning Districts
5
Different zoning districts with specific sign regulations
Data Includes
- Permit requirements
- Height restrictions
- Illumination rules
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Frequently Asked Questions
Sign height limits in Hope Township vary by zone and sign type. Wall signs typically range from 25-40 feet, while monument signs are usually limited to 6-10 feet. Use PermitPal to get exact requirements for your property.
To get a sign permit in Hope Township, submit an application to the local building or planning department with sign dimensions, location, and design specifications. Our data confirms permits are required for most commercial signs. Processing typically takes 1-4 weeks. PermitPal helps you identify specific requirements and prepare complete applications.
In Hope Township, regulated sign types include Wall Sign (Individual Entrance Tenant), Real Estate Sign, Open House Sign, Institutional Building Identification Sign, and 2 more types. Most commercial signs require permits. Temporary signs and certain small signs may be exempt. Use PermitPal for specific exemptions.
Sign setback requirements in Hope Township vary by zone and sign type, typically ranging from 5-15 feet from property lines. Use PermitPal for specific setback requirements at your location.
Digital and LED signs in Hope Township are regulated with specific requirements for brightness, animation, and message duration. Hope Township has documented illumination rules in our database. Use PermitPal to see the exact requirements for electronic message centers.
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Hope Township, New Jersey Sign Rules at a Glance
Hope Township, New Jersey regulates 26 sign types across 5 zoning districts. Institutional Building Identification Signs in the General Regulations For All Zones zoning district are capped at 7 ft above ground tall and 10 sq ft per side, with a Not less than 25 ft from the side lot line setback (Sec. § 20-24.5a4). Most commercial signs in Hope Township require a permit.
Detailed Sign Ordinance Requirements for Hope Township, New Jersey
Sign Rules by Zoning District in Hope Township (5 zones)
| Zoning District | Sign Types Regulated | Max Height | Max Area | Permit Required |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Regulations For All Zones | 10 | 18 in | 24 in width x 18 in height per side | — |
| Residential Zone | 5 | 18 in | 24 in width x 18 in height per side | — |
| POP Districts | 5 | 7 ft (including supports) | 25 sq ft per side | — |
| HMH Districts | 9 | 36 in | 18 sq ft | — |
| Neighborhood Commercial | 12 | 36 in | 25 sq ft per side | — |
Zone-by-Zone Sign Requirements in Hope Township(sample of 3 of 5 zones)
General Regulations For All Zones
| Sign Type | Max Height | Max Area | Max Width | Setback | Signs Allowed | Location | Permit Required | Premium Details(Illumination, Size Formula, Permit Requirements, Additional Requirements — available with a free PermitPal account) | Ordinance Citation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Real Estate Sign | — | 6 sq ft per side | — | — | No more than 2 | On the lot being sold/lease/rented only; max 2 per lot | — | Unlock | § 20-24.5a1 |
| Open House Sign | 18 in | 24 in width x 18 in height per side | 24 in | — | No more than 3 | 1 at subject property; up to 2 as remote directionals | — | Unlock | § 20-24.5a2 |
| Occupant/Name Identification Sign | — | 3 sq ft per side | — | — | 1 per dwelling unit (+1 mailbox ID); for farms, see additional info | 1 per dwelling unit, in addition to one mailbox identification sign. | — | Unlock | § 20-24.5a3 |
| Institutional Building Identification Sign | 7 ft above ground | 10 sq ft per side | — | Not less than 25 ft from the side lot line | 1 per institutional building | 1 per institutional building | — | Unlock | § 20-24.5a4 |
| Construction Site Identification Sign | 8 ft above ground | 8 sq ft per side | — | — | — | Upon construction sites | — | Unlock | § 20-24.5a5 |
| Temporary Event/Organization Sign | — | 8 sq ft per side | — | Not less than 25 ft from side lot line | — | Upon lot of owner of record, not <25 ft from side lot line. May be on other lots with written consent. | — | Unlock | § 20-24.5a6 |
| Traffic, Municipal Event, Legal Notice, Danger etc. Sign | — | — | — | — | — | When approved by the governing body | — | Unlock | § 20-24.5a7 |
| Political Sign (>6 sq ft per side) | — | >6 sq ft per side | — | Not less than 25 ft from side lot line and 10 ft from curbline | — | — | — | Unlock | § 20-24.5a9 |
HMH Districts
| Sign Type | Max Height | Max Area | Max Width | Setback | Signs Allowed | Location | Permit Required | Premium Details(Illumination, Size Formula, Permit Requirements, Additional Requirements — available with a free PermitPal account) | Ordinance Citation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flat, Nonprojecting Wall Sign | 36 in | 18 sq ft | — | — | 1 per business building | On business buildings; not for listing individual tenants; for site identification only | — | Unlock | § 20-24.5d2(a) |
| Overhanging Perpendicular Sign (≥20 ft façade) | — | 10 sq ft per side | — | — | 1 (if building qualifies) | Attached to and perpendicular to the building | — | Unlock | § 20-24.5d2(b) |
| Overhanging Perpendicular Sign (<20 ft façade) | — | 6 sq ft per side | — | — | 1 (if building qualifies) | Attached to and perpendicular to the building | — | Unlock | § 20-24.5d2(b) |
| Wall Sign (Individual Entrance Tenant) | — | Varies by façade length | — | — | 1 per tenant | Must be attached to building; no signs for units without direct external entrance or those <500 sq ft unless approved with site plan. | — | Unlock | § 20-24.5d2(c) |
| Corner Building Wall/Overhanging Sign | — | See other entries | — | — | 2 (subject to criteria) | Corner buildings | — | Unlock | § 20-24.5d2(d) |
| Sandwich Board Sign (Traditional Option) | 2.5 ft | 2.5 ft x 3.5 ft | 3.5 ft | — | 1 per lot | Displayed on property during regular business hours only | — | Unlock | § 20-24.5d3 |
| Sandwich Board Sign (Wall-mounted Option) | — | 6 sq ft | — | — | 1 per lot | Mounted to building when free-standing board use is impractical | — | Unlock | § 20-24.5d3 |
| Window Sign | — | Up to 15% of cumulative window frontage | — | — | — | Affixed to the interior of the window | — | Unlock | § 20-24.5d6 |
Neighborhood Commercial
| Sign Type | Max Height | Max Area | Max Width | Setback | Signs Allowed | Location | Permit Required | Premium Details(Illumination, Size Formula, Permit Requirements, Additional Requirements — available with a free PermitPal account) | Ordinance Citation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freestanding Business Complex Identification Sign | 7 ft (including supports) | 25 sq ft per side | — | 15 ft from curbline or side lot line | 1 per business complex | One per business complex; not closer than 15 ft from curbline or side property line | — | Unlock | § 20-24.5e cross-ref POP/HMH |
| On-site Commercial Directory Sign | — | Max 2 sq ft per tenant or 12 sq ft max, whichever is less | — | Must meet building setbacks | — | Within building envelope, inside required bulk setbacks | — | Unlock | § 20-24.5e cross-ref POP/HMH |
| Wall Sign (Individual Entrance Tenant) | 3 ft | 24 sq ft per sign max | — | — | 1 per tenant | Attached to building's front façade, not beyond sides or front, nor above first level | — | Unlock | § 20-24.5e cross-ref POP/HMH |
| Freestanding Sign (Gasoline Filling Station) | 7 ft (including supports) | 25 sq ft per side | — | 30 ft from curbline | 1 customary per station | At least 30 ft from curbline, stationary | — | Unlock | § 20-24.5e cross-ref POP/HMH |
| Flat, Nonprojecting Wall Sign | 36 in | 18 sq ft | — | — | 1 per business building | On business buildings; not for listing individual tenants; for site identification only | — | Unlock | § 20-24.5e cross-ref POP/HMH |
| Overhanging Perpendicular Sign (≥20 ft façade) | — | 10 sq ft per side | — | — | 1 (if building qualifies) | Attached to and perpendicular to the building | — | Unlock | § 20-24.5e cross-ref POP/HMH |
| Overhanging Perpendicular Sign (<20 ft façade) | — | 6 sq ft per side | — | — | 1 (if building qualifies) | Attached to and perpendicular to the building | — | Unlock | § 20-24.5e cross-ref POP/HMH |
| Sandwich Board Sign (Traditional Option) | 2.5 ft | 2.5 ft x 3.5 ft | 3.5 ft | — | 1 per lot | Displayed on property during regular business hours only | — | Unlock | § 20-24.5e cross-ref POP/HMH |
PermitPal covers all 5 zoning districts in Hope Township. Run a code check for your exact address to get the zone that applies to your property and its full sign requirements — illumination rules, size formulas, and permit requirements for every sign type — with a free account.
Run a code check for your exact address — freeProhibited Signs in Hope Township
- No person shall willfully or maliciously remove, deface or alter any notice posted pursuant to law and forbidding trespassing, with intent to destroy such notice.
- Any sign not specifically permitted shall be specifically prohibited.
- No attention attracting devices, such as, but not limited to, balloons, ribbons, streamers or banners may be affixed to the sign or displayed anywhere in conjunction with sign's location (except as specifically permitted for certain flags or banners by permit).
- Temporary signs may not be affixed to utility poles, trees located in a public right-of-way or any other public property.
- Political signs may not be affixed to any utility poles or trees, located in a public right-of-way.
- No sign shall be permitted upon the roof of any building.
- Signs advertising businesses no longer operational must be removed within 60 days of notification from the Zoning Officer.
- Signs shall not block the line of sight for motorists.
- All signs shall be installed free of visual obstruction.
- The use of neon, xenon, or other tube type lighting is specifically prohibited for residential and HMH districts.
- No individual sign shall glitter, blink, revolve, or contain moving parts in HMH districts.
- Units sharing a common entrance are prohibited from affixing signs advertising the individual tenants to the exterior of the building (POP districts).
- No such (POP/HMH) signs shall be illuminated by lighting of intermittent or varying intensity.
Exempt Signs in Hope Township
- Seasonal, temporary signs for farms (no permit required).
- Temporary signs of identification, historical events or advertising functions of religious, charitable, fraternal organizational or other temporary Hope-based organizational events (subject to certain standards, no permit needed if owner consents and standards met).
- Municipalities, event sponsors, schools, churches and the like from outside Hope Township may apply for signage for functions of religious and/or charitable, fraternal or social events.
- Newspaper delivery tubes are allowed.
- Religious, charitable, nonprofit, and fraternal organizations are exempt from the annual renewal fee for sandwich board signs.
- No sign permit shall be required for signage approved during and in connection with an application for site plan approval.
Sign Plan & Submission Notes for Hope Township
- Signs for properties requiring site plan approval must submit a sign plan to the Planning Board or Zoning Board of Adjustment for approval. The sign plan must include specifications including, but not limited to, letter styling, lighting, color, construction materials, height and width of sign, location of sign, and zoning standard/requirements/recommendations. No zoning or construction permit shall be issued until the plan has been approved by the appropriate board.
- No sign permit is required for signage approved during and in connection with an application for site plan approval.
- Non-conforming circumstances (such as restrictions on sandwich boards due to location) may require application to the Zoning Officer for permission for alternate signage.
- Municipalities, event sponsors, schools, churches, etc. from outside Hope Township desiring temporary event signage must apply to the Hope Township Committee for recommendation, advice, and requirements.
Source: ecode360 municipal code