There were also strict rules around the content, shape, colour, and layout of election signs.
The signs could not be displayed in manner which created a traffic hazard and/or an undue risk to public safety, and could not be erected in council-owned spaces without express permission.
The council had produced a series of maps which showed where hoardings can be erected.
The council also intended physically marking the signage boundaries in each permitted area to eliminate any confusion.
Tauranga Mayor Stuart Crosby said there had always been complaints about election signs, including from candidates taking issue with one another's hoardings, and from the public about how many were erected in the permitted spaces.
"Last election I admit it was quite confusing for the candidates but this time we have made it quite clear what the rules are so there should be no confusion. If people play by the rules there won't be any problems," he said.
Tauranga City Council electoral officer Warwick Lampp said each council looked after its own hoarding policy and compliance.
His key concern was whether the signs were correctly authorised and did not breach the Electoral Act in terms of the content, including the wording.
Enrolment statistics for Tauranga City Council
Estimated eligible population: 95,670
Total enrolled to vote: 91,205
Difference 4,465
* as at August 12
That means 95.3 % of the eligible population
have enrolled to vote by August 12.