Government Elections
Learn the requirements for displaying election signage on Council-managed land and public places.
Election signage requirements
Council provides this information to help election candidates comply with requirements for displaying election signage on Council-managed land and public places. Signage that does not comply with these requirements may be removed by Council.
Election signage and electoral matter are regulated under:
- COMMONWEALTH ELECTORAL ACT 1918
- State Environmental Planning Policy (Exempt and Complying Development Codes) 2008 - NSW Legislation
Be installed on private property without the written consent of the property owner, unless the candidate is a joint owner of the property.
Prohibited signage
Election signage must not:
- Be displayed on Variable Message Signs (VMS).
- Be attached to Council-owned assets.
- Be placed on public land, public trees or public places managed by AlburyCity.
- Be installed without the written consent of the property owner.
Size limits
| Zone | Maximum size |
|---|---|
| Rural | 3.75 m² |
| Other | 0.8 m² |
Heritage buildings
Election signage must not be attached to buildings on heritage or draft heritage sites.
Display period
Election signage may only be displayed:
- Eight weeks before election day.
- On election day.
- One week after election day.
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