Avondale, AZ Sign Regulations: Political Signs (2026)

Avondale follows Arizona's statewide political-sign statute, A.R.S. 16-1019, which preempts much local regulation of political signage. Under that statute, political signs are protected during the period commencing 71 days before an election and ending 15 days after the election (or 15 days after the general election for a primary candidate who advances). The statute limits signs to a maximum area of 16 square feet in residential areas and 32 square feet in other areas. State law allows political signs in a public right-of-way owned or controlled by the local jurisdiction, provided they do not create a safety hazard, obstruct clear vision, or interfere with ADA requirements; the right-of-way allowance does not apply to state highways, routes, or overpasses. Avondale's Zoning Ordinance lists political signs among signs allowed without a permit in Section 28-202(a)(6) and applies the general sign standards in Section 28-195, including the rule in Section 28-195(a)(12) that no sign may be placed on private property without the landowner's express written consent. The City's Code Compliance division publishes political-sign guidance reflecting the 71-day window and the requirement that signs identify the candidate or committee contact. Signs that are improperly placed or left up beyond the window may be removed.