9 Rules for Posting Campaign SignsRules for Posting Campaign Signs
During campaign season, the landscape blooms with a special kind of flower - the
political sign. Unlike wildflowers that are welcome anywhere, putting campaign signs on
public lands is illegal. So before you plant that sign, learn the law and keep Texas
beautiful.
You need to know
• It is illegal to place any signs on or within the right of way. This includes posting
signs on trees, telephone poles, traffic signs and other objects on the right of way.
• Campaign signs along Texas roads can be placed on private property with the
owner's permission.
Signs must be made of lightweight material and be no larger than 50 square feet.
• Campaign signs may be posted as early as 90 days before an election (no earlier)
and must be removed within 10 days after the election.
• Before placing a sign inside of incorporated city limits, check with the city for
applicable ordinances.
• As per City of Schertz UDC §21.11.5 Exempted Signs, Political Signs are exempt
from permit requirements.
Sign Removal
If you've placed your sign in the right of way or it's posing a traffic hazard, we will
remove it without prior notice. All costs associated with sign removal will be paid by the
sign owner.
Contact Us
For more information about the rules governing campaign signs, please call (512) 416-
2901