3 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 3 cities in Hillsborough County, Florida.
Verified from official government sources
Hillsborough County permits political signs on private property without permit under Land Development Code sign provisions and FL Statute 106. Signs protected by First Amendment; Reed v Town of Gilbert prohibits content-based regulation. Size and setback rules apply equally to all temporary signs. No signs in public right-of-way.
Hillsborough County allows yard sale signs only on the property hosting the sale. Off-site directional signs in public right-of-way, utility poles, and traffic signs are prohibited and removed by county without notice. Signs must be removed within 24 hours of sale end.
Hillsborough County permits residential holiday displays including lights, inflatables, and decorations without permit. Displays must not create traffic hazards or obstruct sight triangles at intersections. Typical display window November through January acceptable; year-round display may trigger nuisance complaint.
3 cities in Hillsborough County have their own sign regulations rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
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