Greece, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 157 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 157-9
Temporary signs
Operative Text
A. Temporary signs shall not be attached to fences, trees or utility poles, nor shall said signs be placed in public rights-of-way or be placed so as to obstruct or impair the vision of motorists (as required by Chapter 211 , Zoning, of the Code of the Town of Greece). B. Signs which support the election of an individual or which recommend the manner of voting on a particular matter shall be considered to be temporary signs. Said signs may be placed or erected on a lot not earlier than six weeks before any election, including but not limited to primary, general or special elections. Said signs shall be removed from a lot not later than one week after any such election (as required by Chapter 211 , Zoning, of the Code of the Town of Greece). C. The regulations for all permitted temporary signs are contained in Table 1 as follows: Table 1 Regulations for Permitted Temporary Signs Where No Permit Is Required (as required by Chapter 211 , Zoning, of the Code of the Town of Greece) Type of Sign Maximum Number Maximum Size (square feet) Roadside stand (for sales of produce, flowers or other plants grown on premises) If 1 Then 20; or If 2 Then 10 Garage sale 1 6 Educational, charitable, civic or religious event If 1 Then 20; or If 2 Then 10 Lot or building for sale, rent or lease, residential lot 1 6 D. Garage sale signs and other temporary signs must conform to Subsection A of this section and must be removed within 48 hours of the end of the event.
Greece, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 157 § 157-9 establishes rules for temporary signs within the Town of Greece, covering where they may be placed, how large they may be, and how long they may remain. Temporary signs are prohibited on fences, trees, utility poles, and in public rights-of-way, and must not obstruct drivers' sightlines. Election-related signs are treated as a specific category of temporary sign, with defined windows for posting and removal tied to election dates. A table of permitted sign types—including roadside stands, garage sales, and charitable events—sets maximum counts and sizes for signs that require no permit.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating under Greece, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 157 § 157-9 generally ensure that any temporary signs on their lots comply with the placement restrictions in Subsection A, keeping signs off fences, trees, utility poles, and public rights-of-way. Compliant operators track the size and number limits in Table 1 for the applicable sign type—for example, a single residential 'for sale or rent' sign not exceeding six square feet. Garage sale signs and other temporary signs are typically removed within 48 hours after the event concludes, and election-related signs are taken down no later than one week after the relevant election.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Tenants who display temporary signs on a rented lot should be aware that Greece, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 157 § 157-9 sets limits on sign placement, size, and duration that apply regardless of who posts the sign. For instance, a garage sale sign must conform to the placement rules in Subsection A and be removed within 48 hours of the sale's end, while an election sign may not go up more than six weeks before the election. Tenants who believe a sign-related dispute involves their rights may wish to review the ordinance directly, consult a tenant-rights organization, or contact the Town of Greece for clarification on how the rules apply.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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