Election sign rules
With election season upon us, it’s important for Minnetonka residents to be aware of the city’s zoning regulations related to posting political campaign signs. Temporary political campaign signs could be posted any time after August 1, 2007, and must be removed by November 16, 2007.
Signs may not be posted on publicly owned land. On private land, the following rules for temporary political campaign signs apply:
- Signs must not exceed five square feet, except on collector or arterial streets where up to 32 square feet is permitted.
- Signs must have the approval of the underlying property owner.
- Signs must be at least five feet from the edge of a public street.
- Signs must not be posted on fences, trees, shrubs, or public utility poles.
- Signs must not obstruct driver visibility at intersections.
- Signs must not be painted on rocks or other natural features.
- Signs must not be located within the right-of-way of state or county roads.
In accordance with state law, signs must contain the following language: Prepared and paid for by [insert name or organization here]; and address.
On primary election day, Tuesday, Sept. 11, and on Election Day, Tuesday, Nov. 6, the following rules apply to posting signs near polling places:
- On private property, signs must be 100 feet from the door where voters will enter.
- Signs must be 100 feet from the edge of any public property line.
If you have questions or complaints about campaign signs, please call Jeff Thomson, city of Minnetonka planning division, at 952.939.8293.
