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Sign Regulations in Matthews, NC (2026)

1 verified sign regulations for Matthews, North Carolina, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

Verified from official government sources

Political Signs

Matthews permits political signs on private property without permit. N.C.G.S. 136-32 allows political signs in state right-of-way 30 days before election through 10 days after. Town follows Reed v. Gilbert content-neutrality standards.

Signs: Political Signs

Few Restrictions

N.C.G.S. § 136-32

§ 136-32. Regulation of signs. (b) Compliant Political Signs Permitted. - During the period beginning on the 30th day before the beginning date of early voting under G.S. 163-166.40 and ending on the 10th day after the primary or election day, persons may place political signs in the right-of-way of the State highway system as provided in this section. Signs must be placed in compliance with su...