Texas State Law — Applies to Every City
No signs in medians, sidewalks, road shoulders, street corners, or utility poles — ever. Fines start at $1,000 and go up to $5,000 for repeat violations. You, your brokerage, and anyone who places the sign can all be held responsible. Always get property owner permission before placing any sign. Check HOA rules. Display broker name at least half the size of agent name. Remove signs same day.
Open house directional signs must be placed on private property only — never in medians, rights-of-way, or on utility poles. Signs must not obstruct fire hydrants, traffic signs, or driver sight lines. Remove signs within 24 hours after the open house. Allen's Planning & Development Division oversees all sign compliance.
Frisco enforces sign rules strictly — code compliance officers actively patrol and will remove unauthorized signs and issue fines. Open house directional signs must be on private property with owner permission. No signs in medians, rights-of-way, or on utility poles. Signs must be removed same day as the open house. Frisco has been known to confiscate signs found in violation.
Temporary residential real estate signs are permitted on the property being sold without a permit. Open house directional signs must be on private property with owner permission. No signs on public property or rights-of-way. Celina's rapid growth means rules evolve — check the current ordinance before each listing.
Temporary real estate and open house signs are allowed on private property with owner permission. No signs in medians, rights-of-way, or on public property. McKinney Code Compliance actively enforces sign violations. Check HOA rules before placing any signs in residential neighborhoods.
Temporary real estate signs are allowed on private property without a permit. No signs in public rights-of-way, medians, or on utility poles. Prosper is a fast-growing city with active code enforcement — always confirm current rules as ordinances are updated frequently.
Sign rules are governed by Chapter 86 of the Little Elm Code of Ordinances. Temporary real estate signs are allowed on private property. No signs in public rights-of-way or on utility poles. Questions can be directed to Little Elm's Planning Department at 214-975-0472.
No signs on public property or in any right-of-way. No signs attached to utility poles, street signs, curbs, or sidewalks. Signs must not block traffic sight lines or obstruct pedestrian access. Open house directional signs must be placed on private property with owner permission only. Remove signs promptly after the event.
Running for Realtors provides these summaries as a convenience to real estate professionals in Collin County. While we make every effort to keep this information current and accurate, sign ordinances change frequently and without notice. The summaries above are plain-English interpretations only and do not constitute legal advice. Always verify current rules directly with each city's planning or code compliance department before placing any signs. Running for Realtors is not responsible for fines, violations, or penalties resulting from reliance on this information.