# Sign Regulations in Verona Township, New Jersey

Sign permit rules, size and height limits, setbacks, and ordinance citations for Verona Township, New Jersey, compiled by PermitPal from the jurisdiction's published municipal code.

- **Jurisdiction:** Verona Township, New Jersey (NJ)
- **Canonical page:** https://permitpal.io/sign-regulations/new-jersey/verona-township
- **Data last verified:** 2025-04-28
- **Source:** [ecode360 municipal code](https://ecode360.com/9934419#9934419)

## At a glance

Verona Township, New Jersey regulates 22 sign types across 3 zoning districts. Sandwich Board Signs in the C-2, ETC zoning district are capped at 36 in. tall, 8 sq. ft. (32 in. x 36 in.), and 32 in. wide, with a Max 6 ft. from front primary entrance; must not reduce sidewalk below 5 ft. clear. setback (Sec. §150-7.9W(3)). Most commercial signs in Verona Township require a permit.

## Sign rules by zoning district (3 zones)

| Zoning District | Sign Types Regulated | Max Height | Max Area | Permit Required |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Residential zones | 10 | 5 ft. above ground level | 20 sq. ft. | — |
| C-2, ETC | 6 | 36 in. | 100 sq. ft. per street frontage | — |
| General Regulations For All Zones | 6 | — | — | — |

## Zone-by-zone sign requirements

### Residential zones

| Sign Type | Max Height | Max Area | Max Width | Setback | Signs Allowed | Location | Permit Required | Ordinance Citation |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Nameplate Sign | — | 1 sq. ft. | — | Not closer than 5 ft. to any property line. | 1 | On the property, not closer than 5 ft. to any property line. | — | §150-7.9V(3) |
| Directory Sign | — | 4 sq. ft. | — | — | — | At the entrance of a multiple-family dwelling, attached to the building. | — | §150-7.9V(2) |
| Directional Sign | 3 ft. | 4 sq. ft. | — | Not closer than 5 ft. to any property line unless attached to building. | — | On the property, not closer than 5 ft. to any property line unless attached to the principal building. | — | §150-7.9V(1) |
| Signs for Religious, Charitable, Educational, and Civic Organizations | 5 ft. above ground level | 20 sq. ft. | — | No closer than 10 ft. to property line for main signs; parking ID signs: 5 ft. | 2 per location | On premises, ground signs not closer than 10 ft. to any property line. | — | §150-7.9U(1)-(4) |
| Private Road/Driveway/Other Premises Sign | — | 2 sq. ft. | — | — | — | — | — | §150-7.9V(12) |
| Sale or Rental Sign | 4 ft. above ground level | 6 sq. ft. | — | — | 1 | On property being sold or rented. | — | §150-7.9V(9)(a) |
| Subdivision/Construction Sale Sign | 5 ft. above ground level | 20 sq. ft. | — | 10 ft. from property line unless attached to building. | 2 | On subdivision/apartment/commercial property under construction or for sale. | — | §150-7.9V(9)(c) |
| Open House Sign | 3 ft. | 3 sq. ft. | — | — | — | On street corners (except certain streets) in public right-of-way, grass between curb and sidewalk. | — | §150-7.9V(9)(d) |

### C-2, ETC

| Sign Type | Max Height | Max Area | Max Width | Setback | Signs Allowed | Location | Permit Required | Ordinance Citation |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Business Sign - Wall (Facing Street) | 4 ft. | 100 sq. ft. per street frontage | — | — | — | Wall of building facing street with building lot frontage. | — | §150-7.9S(2), §150-7.9D, §150-7.9B |
| Business Sign - Wall (Not Facing Street) | 4 ft. | 80 sq. ft. | — | — | — | Wall of building not facing street. | — | §150-7.9S(3), §150-7.9D |
| Window Sign | — | — | — | — | — | On or inside window. | — | §150-7.9P, §150-7.9V(14) |
| Sandwich Board Sign | 36 in. | 8 sq. ft. (32 in. x 36 in.) | 32 in. | Max 6 ft. from front primary entrance; must not reduce sidewalk below 5 ft. clear. | 1 | No more than 6 ft. from business entrance; not on sidewalk reducing width below 5 ft. | — | §150-7.9W(3) |
| Digital Display System (DDS) / Electronic Message Center (EMC) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | §150-7.9W(4) (a)-(f) |
| Temporary Special Event Sign (Charitable, Educational, Religious, Civic Organization) | 6 ft. | 32 sq. ft. | — | — | — | Ground sign | — | §150-7.9W(2) |

### General Regulations For All Zones

| Sign Type | Max Height | Max Area | Max Width | Setback | Signs Allowed | Location | Permit Required | Ordinance Citation |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Flag or Emblem | — | — | — | — | — | On/near building or on grounds being occupied by organization. | — | §150-7.9V(4) |
| Interior Sign | — | — | — | — | — | Interior of building. | — | §150-7.9V(5) |
| Sign on Vending Machine or Gasoline Pump | — | — | — | — | — | On vending machine or gas pump. | — | §150-7.9V(6) |
| Official Sign | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | §150-7.9V(7) |
| Nonprofit Service Organization Sign | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | §150-7.9V(8) |
| Political Sign | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | §150-7.9V(15) |

## Prohibited signs in Verona Township

- No sign, except those specifically excepted, shall be permitted to be installed, structurally altered, or relocated unless a written application has been made to the Construction Code Official and a permit issued.
- No permit required for changing message on existing sign expressly designed for periodic message change, provided no structural alterations are made.
- No illuminated sign shall produce glare or blinding effects upon vehicular traffic or be offensive to area residents.
- No sign shall be placed in a position causing confusion or danger to street traffic by obscuring the view or by simulating official, directional, or warning signs maintained by any governmental body, railroad, or public utility.
- No sign shall be erected within or over any public right-of-way, unless specifically authorized by ordinance.
- Signs shall relate solely to the business or profession conducted on the premises, except for public service, directory, official, or directional signs.
- All signs attached to a building must be thoroughly and rigidly secured and maintained to be safe and secure.
- All electrical wiring of signs must conform to municipal and National Electrical Code requirements.
- No sign shall obstruct access to fire escapes, required windows, doors, exits, or standpipes, or create a hazard to pedestrians.
- All new and existing signs and supports must be maintained in good condition and repaired/repainted as required.
- Improperly maintained signs not repaired within 90 days of notice may be considered abandoned and removed by the Township.
- Signs that no longer advertise a bona fide business, product, or upcoming event must be removed within 30 days; Township may remove and impose costs if the owner fails to comply.
- Signs determined hazardous by the Construction Code Official must be repaired or removed within 24 hours of notice; Township may remove if not corrected and impose costs.
- Window signs shall not exceed 25% of window area; temporary window signs not permitted for more than 30 days; window signs are prohibited in residential zones.
- No business sign illuminated between 11:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. unless the business is open during those hours.
- No sign shall be erected or maintained on private property without the owner's consent.
- Business signs are not allowed in residential zones unless otherwise specified.
- Prohibited sign types include: streamers, spinners, strings of illuminated devices, advertising flags, banners, and similar attention-getting devices; signs posted on fences, posts, utility poles or trees (except garage sale signs); signs on Township property without governing body consent; business signs on sidewalks or curbs; portable signs not otherwise permitted; signs on bridges, abutments, retaining walls, standpipes, water towers, or vehicles; revolving signs; animated signs; neon signs; flashing or intermittent illumination; temporary signs on parked vehicles; ground, freestanding, pylon, outdoor advertising signs and billboards; oscillating signs; lettering on main body of awnings; projecting signs; roof signs; signs extending more than 15 inches from a wall; signs in residential zones; portable signage including 'wrapped' cars, vans, trucks, or billboard trailers; inflatable advertising; flex blade signs; scrolling text signs.
- No numbers, letters, or symbols shall appear on an awning above 10 inches from the bottom of the awning.
- No signs affixed by tacking, pasting or otherwise mounting on utility poles, light standards, right-of-way, or trees, especially for sales.
- All persons are prohibited from erecting signs in violation of Chapter 150, Zoning.
- All signs erected in accordance with Chapter 150 must be removed within 24 hours after sale completion.

## Signs exempt from permit in Verona Township

- Official, traffic, and street signs are exempt from the provisions of Chapter 150.
- No permit is required for changing the message on an existing sign expressly designed for periodic change of message, so long as no alteration of the sign structure occurs.
- Directional signs not exceeding 4 sq ft in area, 3 ft in height, and at least 5 ft from any property line unless attached to the principal building.
- Directory signs at entrances of multiple-family dwellings, attached to the building and not more than 4 sq ft.
- One nameplate sign (not internally illuminated or spotlighted) per residential property, not more than 1 sq ft, at least 5 ft from any property line.
- Flags or emblems of religious, educational, or government organizations flown from supports on the premises.
- Interior signs.
- Signs integral to vending machines and gasoline pumps.
- Official signs.
- Customary signs of recognized nonprofit service organizations.
- Signs advertising sale or rental of the premises: no more than one sign per location, not illuminated, removed within 14 days after contract, may be replaced with 'sold' sign for 14 more days; additional size and placement restrictions by zone.
- Subdivision/construction signs: up to two signs for subdivisions of 6+ lots/appartment/commercial buildings under construction, no larger than 20 sq ft, max 5 ft high, within 10 ft of property line unless attached to a building, removed when 75% sold.
- Open house signs with restrictions (time, placement, size, no balloons, not on certain streets, not causing obstruction or hazard, not placed on private property without written permission, etc.).
- Temporary, non-illuminated business sign at a construction/repair/alteration site (property owner's permission required), up to 6 sq ft, max 4 ft high, removed within 7 days of project completion.
- Temporary signs (not exceeding 30 days display).
- Signs indicating private nature of road, driveway, or premises, not exceeding 2 sq ft.
- Lights and strings of illuminated devices used for holidays, not exceeding 60 days before and 15 days after the holiday.
- Window signs not exceeding 25% of the window area.
- Political signs.

## Sign plan & submission notes

- No sign, except those specifically excepted, may be installed, structurally altered, or relocated without a written application to the Construction Code Official, and permit issuance after payment of established fee.
- Certain types of signs are allowed only upon submission of a permit application to the Construction Code Official (e.g., streamers, banners, temporary signs for special events, sandwich board signs, digital display systems/electronic message centers).
- No mention of a 'Master Sign Plan' in the text; permitting is individual and through the Construction Code Official.
- For digital display systems/electronic message centers in certain zones, compliance with conditional use regulations is required.

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