3 rules for unincorporated Anne Arundel County, Maryland.
Verified from official government sources
Anne Arundel County allows political signs on private property without a permit under Article 18 (Zoning) sign regulations. Signs in state or county right-of-way are prohibited by MD Transportation §21-1116 and county code, and SHA routinely removes them.
Anne Arundel County permits temporary yard-sale signs on private property with owner consent. Placement on utility poles, street trees, and the state/county right-of-way is prohibited and signs are removed without notice by DPW and SHA.
Anne Arundel County does not regulate residential holiday decorations through the sign code. Displays must not obstruct sight triangles, block sidewalks, or create noise/fire hazards. Annapolis historic district displays are subject to HPC guidelines.
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