TEMPORARY NONCOMMERCIAL SIGN
REGULATIONS
This handout provides basic information regarding posting temporary noncommercial signs. You can review the Municipal Codes referenced in this document at www.cityoffullerton.com.
TEMPORARY NONCOMMERCIAL SIGNS
Fullerton Municipal Code Section 15.49 regulates temporary noncommercial sign placement within the City of Fullerton.
What is a Temporary Noncommercial Sign?
A Temporary Noncommercial Sign is any temporary sign (for example – political, candidate or charitable purpose) visible to the public, including but not limited to, signs supporting a particular vote in a scheduled public election that do not involve a commercial message or encourage a commercial transaction.
Where can I place Temporary Noncommercial Signs?
You may post Temporary Noncommercial Signs on private property with the property owner’s approval as long as the signs do not constitute a public safety hazard.
Where can Temporary Noncommercial Signs not be placed?
Per Fullerton Municipal Code 15.49.040(A), you may not place signs in the following locations:
In city street medians
On public property
On or over public streets, sidewalks, crosswalks or curbs, including parkways In any public park, including but not limited to trees, parkway, walkways, benches or fences Upon any tree, power pole, street light or other above ground fixture within the public right of way In addition, state regulations prohibit signs:
Within 100 feet of a polling place on Election Day whether private or public property (Election Code Section 18370(b), (d)) Within the right of way of a state highway (Imperial Highway or Beach Boulevard) (Business & Prof. Code) Within 660 feet of the edge of and visible from the right of way of a landscaped freeway (SR 91 or SR 57) (Business & Prof. Code) Do I need a permit to post a political sign?
No
How many Temporary Noncommercial Signs does the City allow at any time? The City does not limit the number of Temporary Noncommercial Signs erected at any time.
What are the size limits for Temporary Noncommercial Signs? 32 square feet (total area).
Sign Removal
The City’s Public Works Department may remove signs which do not meet City and/or State criteria or which pose a safety hazard.
The Public Works Department will remove signs placed in the public right-of-way.
The City will keep removed signs at the Maintenance Yard for pickup by the sign’s owner. The City shall destroy signs not picked up by the owner within 30 days of the election.
Signs in Medians Removed Immediately
The City Council finds that signs placed in the medians present a particular danger for traffic safety as signs can be blown into traffic or obstruct visibility. The City shall immediately remove such signs.
Maintenance Services Contact Information
City Yard, 1580 West Commonwealth, Fullerton, CA 92833. (714) 738-6897