The display and placement of political advertising and activities on roads, footways and private property is strictly controlled in the City of Whittlesea. The requirements are outlined in the Election Signage Information Sheet.
Compliance with these requirements will minimise any complaints from our local community and reduce the possibility of enforcement action being taken.
A permit from Council is required prior to:
The granting of a permit is dependent on-site availability, capacity to ensure clear unobstructed pedestrian access and $10m public liability insurance cover in place.
If a permit is granted, access will be restricted to the area designated on the permit.
A City of Whittlesea Planning Permit is not required if a sign placed on any land has an advertisement area not exceeding five (5) square meters publicising a local educational, cultural, political, religious, social or recreational even not held for commercial purposes provided:
A sign publicising a local political event may include information about a candidate for an election.
No advertising signs including billboards or similar or signs placed on parked trailers are permitted on Council managed land, municipal places or roads within the municipality.
Any advertising sign that is erected or placed in or on any place contrary to the requirements above may be removed by Council Community Laws officer and impounded.
Bill posting (posters affixed without consent) will be considered littering and will be dealt with under the provisions of the Environment Protection Act (1970).
Both the City of Whittlesea Planning Scheme and Whittlesea Local Laws provide for penalties for any breaches detected by authorised officers.