FAQs

Sep 15, 2021

Are food vendors allowed in the Central Avenue Business District?

Yes, with restrictions. Food vendors most move to a new location every 20 minutes and cannot be located... Read More

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Sep 15, 2021

Are peddlers allowed in the Central Avenue Business District?

No. Whether they have a valid permit or not, NO peddler may sell or offer to sell any goods, wares... Read More

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Sep 15, 2021

What is the difference between a peddler and a vendor?

According to Chapter 175 of the municipal code, a vendor ("itinerant catering establishment") is "any... Read More

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Sep 15, 2021

Who is considered a street peddler?

According to Chapter 245 of the municipal code, a peddler is "any person, traveling by foot, wagon,... Read More

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Sep 15, 2021

What are the laws pertaining to street peddlers and food vendors in Jersey City?

Please refer to municipal code Chapter 245 "PEDDLING, SOLICITING AND CANVASSING" for general... Read More

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Sep 15, 2021

Is there a place for the community to display handbills and signs?

Yes. There is a community bulletin board at the center of the business district. All handbills and signs are... Read More

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Sep 15, 2021

Hey, I just posted a handbill/ sign on a Central Avenue pole and now it’s gone. What happened to it?

That's right, it is gone. Street maintenance staff have strict instructions to immediately dispose of all... Read More

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Sep 15, 2021

What is the worst that can happen if I place handbills/ flyers on parked cars?

Other then annoying vehicle owners, creating additional litter within the district, and the fact that it is... Read More

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Sep 15, 2021

What are the laws pertaining to Advertising Material in Jersey City?

Please refer to the relevant excerpts of Chapter 81 Article I (Handbills and Signs) of the... Read More

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Sep 15, 2021

There is a garbage receptacle in front of my business giving me grief. Can it be removed?

No. If a garbage receptacle was removed every time a business/ property owner made a request then there would... Read More

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