Kentucky Transportation Cabinet crews are removing illegally placed items along state-maintained right-of-way areas. Political candidates, residents, business operators and property owners along US and KY routes are reminded no signage is allowed on right of way other than official highway signs and items approved through a permit process.
State-maintained right of way is property along a roadway on either side.
KYTC noted in particular as the November election approaches, campaign signs must be placed beyond right-of-way limits. Right-of-way fence is included with this restriction. On roads with a right of way fence, no signs may be attached.
Final mowing cycles of the growing season are in full swing across the district. According to KYTC, crews will not mow around illegally placed items. They will be removed. Items placed on right-of-way areas create significant delays for mowing crews and are potential hazards for mowing operators and passing motorists.
Beyond election signs, KYTC said there are often problems with regard to yard sales and real estate advertising. Illegally placed materials along roads can create additional hazards by blocking sight distance or distracting drivers, particularly at intersections. All yard sale activities including parking should be off right-of-way limits.
It is also illegal to attach items such as flyers, posters, balloons or streamers to stop signs, highway markers or any other road sign or utility pole. Illegal placement on utility poles presents additional obstacles and potential dangers for utility crew workers.
Removed items will be taken to each county’s KYTC maintenance facility and temporarily held. Unclaimed materials will be trashed or recycled.
