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Where and When can you Put up Political Signs in Clinton


2703.08 Political Signs: Political signs are allowed on residential, individually owned lots only and cannot be placed in common areas. These signs are limited to one (1) sign per candidate per premises, not to exceed six (6) square feet, with the exception of signage placed on outdoor advertising signs. No sign shall be permitted on private property without permission of the owner. Signs may be posted forty-five (45) days before and must be removed seven (7) days after any election to which it refers.

2715.07 Unilluminated, Ground-Mounted Political Signs: Permitted in A-1, R-1, R-2, R-3, R-4 and PUD districts with a maximum area of six (6) square feet. A premises (lot) shall have not more than one (1) political sign per candidate. Such signs shall only be permitted on private property with the consent of the owner. All political signs shall be removed within seven (7) calendar days after the election in which the person’s candidacy ends. Any person (candidate) who allows his/her signs to remain on any property for more than seven (7) days after the election shall be guilty of a violation of this Ordinance and subject to the penalties imposed herein. Political signs are not permitted in C-1, C-2, C-3, C-4, I-1, I-2, S-1 and R-5 districts and any property designated as a public/quasi-public facility. Any political signs placed within C-1, C-2, C-3, C-4, I-1, I-2, S-1 and R-5 districts and any property designated as public/quasi-public facility shall be removed.

Exception: Political signs are permitted in the Olde Towne District (OTC) on properties specifically used for residential purposes. Political signs are not permitted on properties used for commercial purposes.

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