Political signs protected by 1st Amendment (Reed v. Town of Gilbert, 2015). Municipalities may impose content-neutral size and duration limits.
Post-Reed v. Gilbert, content-based sign regulations (such as separate rules for political vs. real estate signs) are constitutionally suspect. Dutchess County municipalities generally apply uniform temporary sign rules: max 6 sq ft in residential zones, no time limit tied to election date. Signs in public right-of-way prohibited. No permit required for signs on private residential property. NY Election Law §11-100 provides additional protection for campaign signs.
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