Discussion between the House and the Senate is taking place to develop a compromise bill for joint discussion. You may download a printable .pdf version of this article by clicking here . You will, however, require Adobe Acrobat Reader to view this .pdf file. If you do not already have this software, you may download a FREE copy by clicking here . In some cases placement on the property is specified as to the distance from the property line or from the structure.
Details vary from community to community but most of the guidelines are similar.
Those cities with specific ordinances are strictly enforced and many assess penalties for violations. Most municipalities will not allow open house signs to be placed on city property which includes street corners and medians without a city permit. This also applies to telephone poles, street signs, trees or equipment boxes on public property. Attention attracting items such as streamers, balloons, banners, pennants or flags are not permitted. Always obtain prior permission from the owner of a property before placing an open house sign on someone's property.