Political Sign Rules

With the political season in full swing, it's important to stay in the know about our local political sign rules.

12.3.4 Political campaign signs. Campaign and election signs provided

(A) Nothing in this section is intended to preempt any other relevant state or federal law regarding political campaign signs. All signs placed in rights of way controlled and maintained by the North Carolina Department of Transportation shall comply with the requirements of G.S. § 136-32;

(B) No sign exceeds 12 square feet in area;

(C) No sign is erected more than 60 days prior to the election for which it is intended;

(D) Signs are removed within seven days following the election for which they are intended;

(E) All signs are placed outside of the right-of-way in locations which do not obstruct the vision of motorists;

(F) No sign is placed on town property.

According to state law, it is necessary to obtain permission from the property owner before placing a sign in the right-of-way in front of the property.

For more information, please contact the Town of Butner Planning Department at planning@butnernc.org or (919) 283-6983.