Political signs in Aurora do not require a permit but must comply with general sign code provisions. Signs on vacant property require owner permission. Placement on public right-of-way is restricted.
Aurora's sign code exempts political signs from permit requirements, consistent with First Amendment protections. However, political signs must comply with general sign code provisions regarding size, placement, and safety. Signs cannot obstruct traffic visibility at intersections or driveways. Placing a political sign on vacant property requires permission from the property owner. Signs in the public right-of-way may be removed by the city. Aurora allows up to 5 permanent signs per business, but this applies to commercial signage, not political signs on residential property. Political signs should be removed promptly after the relevant election.
Signs in right-of-way: city may remove. Obstruction of visibility: removal order.
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