BEAUFORT, S.C. ( Sept. 11, 2024) – As we enter election season, the City of Beaufort has some reminders about what is allowed in terms of political/election signs.
- Political signs do not require permits to be posted.
- Signs can be posted within 60 days of an election and are permitted on private property only, and only with the permission of the property owner.
- Property on the curb side of a sidewalk is generally right of way, and signs cannot be posted there.
- Property on the building side of a sidewalk is private, and signs can be posted there.
- If there are no sidewalks, telephone poles are a good gauge as to where private property ends, and the right of way begins.
- Signs are requested to be removed within 7 days after the election but must be removed within 60 days after the election.
These rules ONLY apply to the City of Beaufort. Beaufort County has its own regulations about signs.
For the upcoming November election, signs can now be posted. Any questions can be directed to City of Beaufort Codes Enforcement at (843)322-7965.
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