Election or Political Signage 2024 Local Government Elections

Signs displayed on Private Property

The following requirements apply to private land and are regulated under the Baw Baw Shire Planning Scheme. Any political or election signage that is contrary may be subject to fines and enforcement action under the Planning and Environment Act 1987.

Type of Sign 

Requirements 

All election or political signs
(including but not limit to placards, signs on fences, signs in front gardens, signs in windows, signs on stationary vehicles or trailers).
  • Not larger than 5 square metres
  • Limit of 1 sign per property
  • Must not be displayed for longer than 3 months in total
  • Must be removed no later than 14 days after the election is held.

You can apply for a planning permit for signage that does not meet these requirements. 

 

Signs displayed on Council Land

The following requirements apply to Council land which includes parks, reserves, roads, parking areas, footpaths, nature strips etc. Any political or election signage that is contrary to the below requirements may be impounded.

Type of Sign 

Requirements 

   All election or political advertising signs. 

   A local laws permit is required.    

 

Signs displayed on non-Council owned road reserves

Signs placed in non-Council owned road reserves will require the approval of the Department of Transport and Planning. Council may impound signs where approval cannot be shown.

For more information, please contact Baw Baw Shire on 1300 BAW BAW or visit www.bawbawshire.vic.gov.au to apply for a planning permit or local laws permit.

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