American Samoa § 26.0502 - Signs allowed without permit.
Full text of American Samoa American Samoa Code Annotated § 26.0502 — Signs allowed without permit., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 26.0502. Signs allowed without permit.
The following signs shall be allowed without permit: (1) any sign attached to, painted upon, or otherwise placed upon a building where the business announced or advertised is actually carried on, or the product announced or advertised is actually manufactured, assembled, or sold, or the service announced or advertised is actually available, or the event announced will actually take place. No such sign may project higher than the highest point of the building nor wider than the widest point of the building to which it is attached; (2) any sign painted upon any vehicle used as a bus or a taxi for the sole purpose of identify-ing the owner or operator of the service, either by words or appropriate pictures or symbols; (3) signs erected and maintained by the Government of American Samoa or any agency or instrumentality thereof; (4) temporary signs, which shall mean any sign, banner, pennant, or advertising display constructed of cloth, canvas, light fabric, cardboard, or other light material, and not to be dis-played for more than 72 hours; (5) memorial signs or tablets, including the names of buildings and dates of construction, when such are cut into any masonry surface or constructed of bronze or other noncombustible materials; (6) signs denoting the architect, engineer or contractor, when placed upon work under construction and not exceeding 16 square feet in area; (7) signs informing people to keep off private property.
Frequently Asked Questions About American Samoa § 26.0502
What does American Samoa Code Annotated § 26.0502 cover?
Section 26.0502 ("Signs allowed without permit.") is part of the American Samoa Code Annotated, the codified statutory law of American Samoa. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite American Samoa § 26.0502?
A common citation format is "American Samoa Code Annotated § 26.0502" (American Samoa). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of American Samoa law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the American Samoa official source linked on this page or consult a licensed American Samoa attorney.
How does American Samoa § 26.0502 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in American Samoa can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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