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Las Vegas, NV Sign Regulations: Political Signs (2026)

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Compiled from the official code textEditor Martyn O'NeillLast verified September 2026

Key Facts

Code Reference
LVMC Title 19, Chapter 19.14
Permit Needed
No: political signs exempt on private property
Size Limit
6 sq ft per sign face in residential zones
Right-of-Way
Prohibited in public ROW and medians
Removal
Must be removed within 15 days after election

Summary

Las Vegas regulates signs under LVMC Title 19, Chapter 19.14 (Sign Standards). Political signs on private property are constitutionally protected and generally permitted without a permit. However, signs must not be placed in public rights-of-way, on utility poles, or in medians. Political signs in residential areas are subject to size limits, typically not exceeding 6 square feet per sign face.

(B) POLITICAL SIGNS. (1) Maximum area. (a) Residential districts. 16 square feet per sign; not to exceed a maximum total area of 80 square feet for all such signs located on a lot containing a residential use. (b) Non-residential district. 64 square feet per political sign. (2) Additional standards. (a) Political signs shall be placed only on private property. (b) Political signs shall be designed and located in such a manner so that such signs do not interfere with or will be confused with a traffic control signal or sign, or obstruct the vision of traffic. (c) Political signs shall not be placed on any public property or right-of-way or posted on any utility pole or device. (5) Removal. All political signs that relate to an election shall be removed within 15 days after the election to which they pertain.

Source: LVMC Title 19 Sign StandardsView official code

Full Breakdown

Las Vegas regulates political signs through its general sign ordinance while respecting First Amendment free speech protections. Signs in public rights-of-way, on utility poles, and on public property are prohibited. Signs must not obstruct traffic sight lines or create safety hazards. Yard signs do not typically require permits. Content-based restrictions on political speech are unconstitutional per Reed v. Town of Gilbert (2015).

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a permit for a political yard sign?
No. Political signs on private property are generally exempt from permit requirements. However, they must comply with size limits and cannot be placed in the public right-of-way, on utility poles, or in medians.
When must political signs be removed?
Political signs should be removed within 15 days after the election they reference. Signs left beyond this period may be treated as abandoned signs subject to removal by the city.

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