Lawn Ornament Rules: Frisco vs Plano

Can my Frisco HOA restrict my political sign?

Only within limits. Texas Election Code §259.002 protects political-sign display on private property during election periods — generally 90 days before to 10 days after election day. HOAs cannot ban political signs in that window but may impose reasonable size and number restrictions consistent with Reed v. Gilbert content-neutrality principles.

Can my Frisco HOA restrict my flag display?

No, not for the U.S., Texas, or military service flags. Texas Property Code §202.018 and the federal Freedom to Display the American Flag Act of 2005 preempt HOA bans on reasonable flag displays. The HOA can impose reasonable size, placement, and pole-height rules. Other lawn ornaments are not similarly protected from HOA covenants under TX Property Code Ch. 209.

Are lawn ornaments restricted in Plano?

Not by City code. Plano zoning and property maintenance ordinances do not regulate residential lawn ornaments, statuary, or religious displays at single-family homes. Damaged or deteriorated items can be cited under the property maintenance code by Code Compliance.

Can my Plano HOA restrict my political sign?

Only within limits. Texas Election Code §259.002 protects political-sign display on private property during election periods — generally 90 days before to 10 days after election day. HOAs cannot ban political signs in that window but may impose reasonable size and number restrictions.

Can my Plano HOA restrict my flag display?

No, not for the U.S., Texas, or military service flags. Texas Property Code §202.018 and the federal Freedom to Display the American Flag Act of 2005 preempt HOA bans on reasonable flag displays. The HOA can impose reasonable size and placement rules. Other lawn ornaments are not similarly protected.