Sign Regulations in Long Beach Township, New Jersey
Long Beach Township, New Jersey has specific sign regulations covering 32 sign types across 4 zoning districts. Regulated sign types include Home Occupation/Profession Announcement Sign, Professional Office Announcement Sign (Illuminated), Driveway Sign (for church, school, museum, nonprofit) (Illuminated). 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 Long Beach Township, New Jersey
Sample Sign Requirements in Long Beach Township
| Sign Type | Max Height | Max Area | Setback |
|---|---|---|---|
| Home Occupation/Profession Announcement Sign | — | 6 sq ft | No less than 10 feet from curb or paved area, whichever is greater. |
| Professional Office Announcement Sign (Illuminated) | — | 6 sq ft | — |
| Driveway Sign (for church, school, museum, nonprofit) (Illuminated) | — | 20 sq ft | Minimum 20 feet from any street line |
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Sign Types Covered
32
- Home Occupation/Profession Announcement Sign
- Professional Office Announcement Sign (Illuminated)
- Driveway Sign (for church, school, museum, nonprofit) (Illuminated)
- Directional Sign (to specific buildings/parking areas)
- +2 more types
Zoning Districts
4
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 Long Beach 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 Long Beach 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 Long Beach Township, regulated sign types include Home Occupation/Profession Announcement Sign, Professional Office Announcement Sign (Illuminated), Driveway Sign (for church, school, museum, nonprofit) (Illuminated), Directional Sign (to specific buildings/parking areas), 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 Long Beach 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 Long Beach Township are regulated with specific requirements for brightness, animation, and message duration. Long Beach Township has documented illumination rules in our database. Use PermitPal to see the exact requirements for electronic message centers.
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Long Beach Township, New Jersey Sign Rules at a Glance
Long Beach Township, New Jersey regulates 32 sign types across 4 zoning districts. Exterior Wall Signs in the Commercial zones, Marine zones zoning district are capped at 5 ft (except one sign allowed up to 12 ft from bottom; if not more than 5 ft wide) tall, 10% ground-floor plan area (max 3,000 sq ft), and 5 ft for one vertically arranged sign; otherwise aggregate length not exceeding 12 ft wide (Sec. §205-65B(7)). Most commercial signs in Long Beach Township require a permit.
Detailed Sign Ordinance Requirements for Long Beach Township, New Jersey
Sign Rules by Zoning District in Long Beach Township (4 zones)
| Zoning District | Sign Types Regulated | Max Height | Max Area | Permit Required |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Residential zones | 1 | — | 6 sq ft | — |
| Commercial zones, Marine zones | 9 | 42 in | 40 sq ft (+10% for border area) | — |
| Business zones | 1 | — | — | — |
| General Regulations For All Zones | 21 | 12 ft (top above street grade at site) | 50 sq ft | — |
Zone-by-Zone Sign Requirements in Long Beach Township(sample of 3 of 4 zones)
Residential 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Home Occupation/Profession Announcement Sign | — | 6 sq ft | — | No less than 10 feet from curb or paved area, whichever is greater. | 1 | Placed within property lines and outside public right-of-way or no less than 10 ft back from curb/paved area, whichever is greater, or interior of windows. | — | Unlock | §205-65A(1)-(3) |
Commercial zones, Marine 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professional Office Announcement Sign (Illuminated) | — | 6 sq ft | — | — | 1 | Per property | — | Unlock | §205-65B(1) |
| Driveway Sign (for church, school, museum, nonprofit) (Illuminated) | — | 20 sq ft | — | Minimum 20 feet from any street line | 1 | Set back minimum 20 feet from any street line | — | Unlock | §205-65B(2) |
| Directional Sign (to specific buildings/parking areas) | — | 4 sq ft | — | Minimum 20 feet from any street line | — | Set back minimum 20 feet from any street line; painted signs restricted to traffic control markings only on pavement. | — | Unlock | §205-65B(3) |
| Directional Sign (Public/utility/multi-family/boatyard/marina use) | — | 8 sq ft | — | — | 2 | — | — | Unlock | §205-65B(4) |
| Premises/Point-of-Sale Sign | — | 40 sq ft (+10% for border area) | Aggregate length not exceeding 12 ft | — | 2 | — | — | Unlock | §205-65B(5)(a) |
| Exterior Wall Sign | 5 ft (except one sign allowed up to 12 ft from bottom; if not more than 5 ft wide) | 10% ground-floor plan area (max 3,000 sq ft) | 5 ft for one vertically arranged sign; otherwise aggregate length not exceeding 12 ft | — | 1 per side/front | Painted on or attached to the exterior of a commercial structure | — | Unlock | §205-65B(7) |
| Feather Flag | — | — | — | None within corner clearance area or site triangle | 4 | On property owned/leased by proprietor of business where business is conducted | — | Unlock | §205-65B(8) |
| Sidewalk Sign | 42 in | — | 30 in | — | 1 per business | Within 10 feet of main entrance to business, provided at least 60-in wide unobstructed sidewalk path is maintained if on a sidewalk. | — | Unlock | §205-65B(9) |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Construction Sign | — | 6 sq ft | — | — | 1 per contractor/subcontractor | On construction site; also at site triangle where private easement meets public street/right-of-way if needed. | — | Unlock | §205-67A |
| Political Sign | — | 8 sq ft (per sign, with one sign per candidate at HQ allowed larger) | — | At least 8 ft from inner sidewalk line, or 10 ft from street line if no sidewalk | — | Not on public property; at least 8 ft from inner sidewalk line or 10 ft from street line if no sidewalk. | — | Unlock | §205-67K |
| Real Estate For Sale Sign | — | 6 sq ft | 4 ft (max dimension) | — | 1 (2 for 300'+ frontage/two street frontages) | One per property, entirely within property; additional sign allowed for 300+ ft frontage/two frontages. | — | Unlock | §205-67N |
| Real Estate For Rent Sign (Interior Window) | — | 6 sq ft | 4 ft (max dimension) | — | 1 (2 for two street frontages) | One window on property; additional sign permitted for two street frontages. | — | Unlock | §205-67N(2) |
| Open House Sign | — | 6 sq ft | 4 ft (max dimension) | — | — | Same as real estate sign; may be in public right-of-way if not creating obstructions and not on median. | — | Unlock | §205-67N(3) |
| Real Estate Tract Development Sign | 12 ft (top above street grade at site) | 50 sq ft | 7 ft (max dimension) | — | 1 | On subdivision premises | — | Unlock | §205-67S |
| Event/Private Sale Sign | — | 6 sq ft | — | — | 1 (residential) / 4 (business) | Entirely on property where event/sale occurs. May also be on other private property with owner consent. | — | Unlock | §205-67T |
| Warning Sign | 3 ft (if ground mounted) | 3 sq ft | — | — | 2 | Facade or ground-mounted | — | Unlock | §205-67R |
PermitPal covers all 4 zoning districts in Long Beach Township — full sign requirements for every zone, plus illumination rules, size formulas, and permit requirements for every sign type — with a free account.
See all 4 zones for Long Beach Township — start freeProhibited Signs in Long Beach Township
- All signs not specifically permitted are prohibited and no sign shall be placed or erected except in accordance with this article.
- No sign shall be maintained whereby reason of its position, size, shape, content, or color, it may, in the opinion of the Chief of Police or his/her designee, obstruct, impair, obscure, or interfere with the view of, or be confused with, any traffic control sign, signal, or device, or where it may interfere with, mislead, or confuse traffic or the public.
- Unless expressly authorized by this article, no illuminated or flashing signs shall be permitted and no authorized illuminated signs shall include exposed bulbs or tubings or flashing lights.
- No sign shall be affixed to any roof, tree, fence, or other similar structure.
- No signs, except those owned and operated by a duly constituted government authority, shall be placed on any public right-of-way, including any curb, sidewalk, post, pole, utility pole, hydrant, bridge, tree or other surface located on public property or over or across any street or public thoroughfare or on any public property except as shall expressly be authorized by this article.
- No sign or any portion thereof shall move or assume any motion constituting a nonstationary or nonfixed condition, except for permitted exceptions (e.g. barber poles, multiprism units, changeable signs).
- No sign may be abandoned; abandoned signs and sign structures are not permitted.
- No person shall operate or park any vehicle or trailer on a public right-of-way or private property so as to be visible from a public right-of-way with attached signs or advertising devices primarily for advertisement or directing people to a business, activity, or premises, nor shall any sign advertise other property or premises for sale or rent, except for noted exceptions.
- Banners, pennants, searchlights, twirling signs, sandwich-board signs, sidewalk or curb signs, and balloons and other gas-filled figures shall not be used, except as expressly permitted for new business openings, certain events, or as specifically authorized.
- A-frame, sandwich board, sidewalk, or curb signs are prohibited, except as otherwise provided by this article.
- Portable or wheeled signs are prohibited except for new business openings for a specified period. This shall not prohibit identification lettering on vehicles or advertising on buses.
- The further erection, construction, or enlargement of commercial advertising billboards is prohibited. Existing billboards may not be enlarged, relocated, or replaced if destroyed.
- Signs bearing statements, words, or pictures of an obscene, indecent, or pornographic character are prohibited.
- Signs may not be painted on or attached to any fence (except temporary fences around construction sites) or any non-building wall or structure except as permitted.
- Signs that operate or employ stereopticon, motion picture projection, or media with advertisements, have visible moving parts, or give the illusion of motion, are prohibited.
- Signs that emit audible sound, odor, or visible matter are prohibited.
- Signs that purport to be or may be confused with traffic signs, signals, emergency vehicle lights, or hide from view any official sign are prohibited.
- Signs that produce glare into a street or upon any dwelling unit, or have exposed sources of light not shielded to avoid nuisance, are prohibited.
- Signs on vacant or unimproved lots are prohibited, except for permitted 'for sale' or real estate development tract signs.
- Signs that obstruct the visibility of motorists or pedestrians entering/exiting lots or intersections are prohibited.
- Signs with lighting or control mechanisms that may cause interference with radio, television, wireless facilities, or utilities are prohibited.
- Signs which use words like 'stop,' 'look,' 'caution,' 'danger,' or similar wording that may confuse or mislead the public are prohibited.
- No sign shall be erected, constructed, or maintained on a property or building without the owner's or authorized representative's consent.
- All signs shall be designed, constructed, installed, and maintained to be compatible with surroundings and not endanger public health, welfare, or safety.
- Every sign and sign structure, including exempt signs, must be maintained in good structural, aesthetic, safe, presentable condition.
- Signs must comply with all applicable state and local building codes.
Exempt Signs in Long Beach Township
- Construction signs on properties with a valid building or zoning permit, limited to one sign per contractor/subcontractor, not exceeding six square feet, and removed before certificate of occupancy/approval.
- Directional or instructional signs (limited to business and marine zones) providing direction/instruction, not advertising a business, and not exceeding four square feet in area.
- Flags not used for commercial or business-related advertising.
- Holiday/decorative signs associated with holidays, displayed for limited periods (max 45 consecutive days, 60 days/year) and with specific placement rules.
- House numbers, nameplates, and security signs not exceeding two square feet for each residential building or dwelling unit.
- Interior signs in business/marine zones within buildings/lobbies, not visible from public right-of-way; in residential zones, for rent/for sale signs may be inside and visible.
- Memorial signs or tablets or building names as part of the building.
- Notice bulletin boards (max 24 sq ft) for medical, public, charitable, or religious institutions on-premises.
- No-trespassing or no-dumping signs not exceeding one per 50 feet per lot (unless special permission granted).
- Plaques or nameplate signs, max 2.5 sq ft, fastened directly to the building.
- Political signs for candidates/measures, with restrictions on placement, size, duration, and explicit owner consent.
- Official public notices by officers/employees in performance of duties.
- Signs required/specified for public purpose by law, statute, or ordinance.
- Real estate 'for sale' or 'for rent' signs (1 per property, max 6 sq ft); detailed rules for open house and special situations.
- Permanent and temporary window signs (business/marine zones) with total area limits and restrictions.
- Religious symbols, commemorative plaques/historical agency emblems, historical/architectural designation signs (max 4 sq ft, flat against building, no commercial advertising).
- Temporary signs (max 4 sq ft) for civic, philanthropic, charitable, educational, or religious events, limited display period; larger banners over public ways may be authorized by Board of Commissioners.
- Warning signs to alert public of danger containing no advertising, max two per occupancy, nonilluminated, size and display duration restrictions.
- Real estate tract development signs during active subdivision development (max 50 sq ft, max dimension 7 ft, max height 12 ft, allowed only after final approval; expires with sale or 36 months).
- Special event, private sale, and event signs (max 6 sq ft), restricted number and duration, marked with responsible party info, removed promptly after event.
Sign Plan & Submission Notes for Long Beach Township
- Time-and-temperature display signs are permitted only as part of a site plan approved by the Land Use Board.
- Applications for sign permits must include a drawing depicting the location of the sign and all other existing signs on the premises; plans may require engineering data certified by a licensed structural engineer if required by the designated public officer.
- No explicit mention of a requirement for a Master Sign Plan, but the application requirements imply a plan or schematic indicating existing and proposed signs may be needed as part of the permit process.
- The Board of Commissioners may grant a temporary permit for signs or banners in sizes it authorizes over a street or public way for certain events (civic, philanthropic, etc.).
Source: ecode360 municipal code