A reminder from the Nebraska Department of Transportation that it is unlawful to place political campaign signs, or any sign, on state highway and interstate right-of-way. This includes intersections, medians, entrance and exit ramps, sidewalks, and the ditches and land that make up the right-of-way bordering the length of each roadway.
All improperly placed signs will be removed. They are stored for a brief period of time in the maintenance yards throughout the state. Owners can reclaim them.
Sign size and placement is sometime set by each county or municipality. The public is advised to reference local regulations for questions regarding a specific location and to keep in mind that violation of local sign ordinances may result in a fine.
Those with questions can contact their local district permit officer or call DOT’s Right-of-Way Division office at (402) 479-4463.
District 1, Lincoln (402) 471-0850
District 5, Gering (308) 436-6587
District 2, Omaha (402) 595-2534
District 6, North Platte (308) 535-8031
District 3, Norfolk (402) 370-3470
District 7, McCook (308) 345-8490
District 4, Grand Island (308) 385-6265
District 8, Ainsworth (402) 387-2471