Mountain View allows political signs on private residential property without a permit. Size, placement, and timing rules must follow the content-neutral sign ordinance and First Amendment protections.
Temporary political and ideological signs are permitted on private property in Mountain View under the City's sign ordinance, which must be content-neutral per Reed v. Town of Gilbert (2015). Residential lots can display multiple signs, typically up to 6 square feet each in size, during campaign periods. Signs cannot be placed in the public right-of-way, on utility poles, on City property, or in street medians without a permit. They cannot obstruct sight distance at intersections or driveways. Placement in parkstrips (the strip between sidewalk and curb) is generally not allowed because that area is public right-of-way in Mountain View. Removal is typically expected within 10 days after the election. Illuminated or flashing signs, and signs larger than the residential limit, may require a permit.
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