Converse must permit political signs on residential property under Texas Property Code 202.009 and constitutional free speech protections. HOAs have limited authority to restrict them during election seasons.
Political signs in Converse are protected by both the First Amendment and Texas state law. Texas Property Code Section 202.009 prohibits homeowners associations from banning political signs on residential property during the period beginning 90 days before an election and ending 10 days after, subject to reasonable size and placement rules (generally one sign per candidate or issue, no larger than 4 by 6 feet). The city cannot impose content-based restrictions that target political speech, though content-neutral rules on size, placement, and duration that apply equally to all temporary signs are permissible. Signs may not be placed in public rights-of-way, on utility poles, on traffic signs, or in a manner that obstructs visibility at intersections. Commercial-scale billboards for political campaigns still require permits. Signs should be removed within a reasonable time after the election.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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