Political and non-commercial message signs are allowed in every zoning district without a permit. They are capped at 6 square feet in residential districts and 20 square feet in non-residential districts under CZO Article 24.
New Orleans treats political signs as non-commercial message signs in CZO Article 24.9.G. They are permitted in all districts and exempt from sign-permit requirements, but the area limits still apply: 6 square feet in residential districts and 20 square feet in non-residential districts. Signs may not be placed in the public right-of-way, and historic-district overlays (VCC/HDLC) may add restrictions. Louisiana has no statewide durational limit tied to elections, and content-based timing limits are generally unenforceable after the Reed v. Town of Gilbert decision, so the size and placement rules are the operative controls.
Oversized or right-of-way signs may be removed by the city; Safety and Permits enforces the sign standards and can cite violations.
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