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Kansas Statewide Rule

Kansas Political Sign Preemption Law

Few RestrictionsApplies statewide across Kansas (2026)

Key Facts

Statute
K.S.A. 25-2711
Protected window
45 days before, 2 after
Where
Private property
Local exception
Size, safety setbacks only
Enacted
2015
Last verified: August 20, 2026Source: Kansas Legislature

Summary

Kansas state law prohibits cities and counties from regulating the placement or number of political signs on private property during the 45 days before any election and the two days after the election, with narrow safety exceptions.

25-2711. Placement of political signs during election period. No city or county shall regulate or prohibit the placement of or the number of political signs on private property or the unpaved right-of-way for city streets or county roads on private property during the 45-day period prior to any election and the two-day period following any such election. Cities and counties may regulate the size and a set-back distance for the placement of signs so as not to impede sight lines or sight distance for safety reasons.

Source: Kansas LegislatureView official code

Full Breakdown

Under K.S.A. 25-2711, no Kansas city, county, or other political subdivision may regulate or prohibit the placement of, or the number of, political signs on private property or on the unpaved right-of-way for city streets or county roads on private property during the 45-day period before any election and the two-day period after the election. Local governments retain limited authority to regulate sign size and set-back distances solely to protect sight lines and traffic safety. The Kansas Attorney General has confirmed the statute's constitutionality. HOA covenants are not affected by this preemption.

Violations & Penalties

Local ordinances conflicting with K.S.A. 25-2711 are unenforceable. Property owners may sue municipalities or seek injunctive relief; sign removal during the protected window may expose officials to liability.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can my city limit how many political signs I display before an election?
No. During the 45 days before and 2 days after an election, Kansas law bars cities and counties from limiting the number or placement of political signs on your private property.
Can a city still regulate political sign size?
Yes. Cities may regulate sign size and require safety setbacks to preserve sight lines along streets, but cannot ban political signs outright during the protected election window.
Does this law override my HOA's sign rules?
No. K.S.A. 25-2711 limits government regulation only. Private homeowners associations may still enforce their own covenants regarding political signs unless other law applies.

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