Political Signs: Flower Mound vs Lewisville

Can my HOA tell me to remove a political yard sign in Flower Mound?

No, as long as the sign complies with Texas Property Code Section 202.009. HOAs cannot prohibit political signs on your property. They may regulate size and number within statutory limits, and signs must generally be displayed within the 90-day pre-election to 10-day post-election window.

Can I place political signs on the public median or right-of-way?

No. Political signs may not be placed in public rights-of-way, on utility poles, or on public property. The town may remove signs placed in the right-of-way without notice.

Can Lewisville restrict political yard signs?

No. Texas Election Code Section 259.002 prohibits cities from regulating political signs on private property based on content or viewpoint. The city may only enforce neutral rules about sign placement in public rights-of-way.

Can my HOA ban political signs?

Not during election season. Texas Property Code 202.009 protects political sign display from 90 days before an election through 10 days after. HOAs may set reasonable size and placement rules but cannot effectively prohibit political signs during this period.

Can I put a political sign on the public sidewalk or median?

No. Political signs on public rights-of-way, sidewalks, medians, utility poles, and traffic signs may be removed by the city. Signs must be placed on private property with the property owner's consent.