3 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 3 cities in Suffolk County, New York.
Verified from official government sources
Political signs in Suffolk County are protected First Amendment speech. Town codes cannot impose content-based restrictions per Reed v. Town of Gilbert (2015). Most Suffolk towns allow political signs on private property with size caps (typically 6-16 sq ft) and removal required within 7 days after election.
Garage sale signs in Suffolk County are regulated as temporary signs under town codes. Most towns permit small signs (2-4 sq ft) on the sale property and with owner permission on other private lots, posted no more than 24-48 hours before the sale and removed within 24 hours after.
Holiday decorations on private property in Suffolk County are generally unregulated provided they do not create a nuisance, block sight lines at intersections, or violate electrical/fire codes. Most towns have safe harbor periods allowing displays 30-60 days before and 2-4 weeks after holidays.
3 cities in Suffolk County have their own sign regulations rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
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