Madison, AL Sign Regulations: Political Signs (2026)
Key Facts
- Category
- Temporary yard sign
- Max size (residential)
- 6 square feet each
- Max height
- 6 feet
- Time limit
- None on residential lots
- Right-of-way
- Prohibited
Summary
Madison regulates political signs content-neutrally as temporary yard signs. In residential zones each sign may be up to 6 square feet and 6 feet tall, with no time limit, but they may not sit in a public right-of-way.
The following temporary yard signs are allowed on any lot without any time restrictions... the maximum sign area for any individual sign shall be six square feet in an agricultural and residential zoning district and eight square feet in all other zoning districts. No temporary sign may be located in a public right-of-way.
Full Breakdown
Following the content-neutral approach required after Reed v. Town of Gilbert, Madison's Zoning Ordinance (Section 9-12) does not single out "political" signs; a campaign sign is a temporary yard sign. Under Section 9-12-3, temporary yard signs are allowed on any lot with no time restriction, subject to a maximum individual sign area of 6 square feet in agricultural and residential districts (8 sq ft elsewhere) and a maximum height of 6 feet. Total sign area per lot frontage scales from 24 sq ft (up to 100 ft of frontage) upward. Signs may not be illuminated, must not protrude above the roofline, and may not be placed in a public right-of-way.
Violations & Fines
Signs in the right-of-way or exceeding size limits may be removed by the City; enforcement is handled by Code Enforcement.
Frequently Asked Questions
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