Political signs on private property in Thousand Oaks are protected under the First Amendment and California Elections Code Section 18370. The city cannot prohibit political signs on residential property. Size limits of up to 32 square feet in residential zones apply to all temporary signs.
Political signs in Thousand Oaks are protected by both the First Amendment and California Elections Code Section 18370, which prohibits local governments from banning political signs on private property within 90 days of an election. TOMC Chapter 9 sign regulations apply general size and placement rules: residential zones typically allow temporary signs up to a reasonable size limit. Signs cannot be placed in the public right-of-way, on utility poles, or in a manner that obstructs traffic visibility. Signs on private property do not require a permit. After the election, campaign signs should be removed within a reasonable timeframe (typically 10 days). HOAs cannot prohibit political signs during the 90-day pre-election window under California Civil Code Section 4710, though they may impose reasonable size limits consistent with state law.
The city cannot fine residents for displaying political signs on private property during the protected election period. Signs in the public right-of-way may be removed by the city. HOAs violating Civil Code 4710 face legal challenges.
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