Political signs allowed on private property in Harrison County with size limits under city zoning codes. Signs in public rights-of-way prohibited. Content-neutral rules required per Reed v. Town of Gilbert.
Harrison County and its cities regulate political signs under general sign ordinances that must be content-neutral following Reed v. Town of Gilbert, 576 U.S. 155 (2015). In Gulfport's zoning ordinance, temporary signs on residential property are typically limited to 6 square feet per sign. Biloxi permits political signs on private property subject to size and setback rules. MS Code §23-15-895 prohibits political signs within 150 feet of a polling place on election day. Signs in the public right-of-way, on utility poles, and on state highway ROW are prohibited under MDOT rules. Signs may not obstruct visibility at intersections or driveways. Most local ordinances require removal within 10 to 14 days after the election. Yard signs do not require permits. HOAs within Harrison County developments may impose additional restrictions enforceable under CC&Rs.
Signs in right-of-way: removal by public works, no fine typical for first offense. Oversized signs on private property: notice to reduce size or remove. Failure to remove post-election: $25 to $100 citation. Signs near polling places on election day: state election law violation.
Harrison County, MS
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Harrison County, MS
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Harrison County, MS
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Harrison County, MS
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