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For More Information Contact:
Heidi Hiaasen, Project Communications, 541-388-6178
Julianne Repman, Public Information, 541-388-6224
Signs not allowed on highway right-of-way
With primary elections approaching, the Oregon Department of Transportation wants to remind community members that signs are not allowed on state highway right-of-way. In addition, there are restrictions for signs on private property that are visible from state highways.
Objects in the highway right-of-way are potential hazards to the traveling public. Any sign or object placed on state highway right-of-way will be removed without notice. Items are held at local ODOT district maintenance offices for 30 days.
Signs are prohibited on trees, utility poles, fence posts and natural features within highway right-of-way. They also are prohibited within view of a designated scenic area. The width of state highway right-of-way can vary considerably depending on the specific location.
Temporary political signs are allowed on private property within view of state highways with the following restrictions:
• New signs are limited to 12 square feet.
• No flashing or intermittent lights, animated or moving parts are allowed.
• Signs must not imitate an official highway sign or device.
• Signs are not allowed in scenic corridors
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