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You can't fix stupid.

With the absence of specific verbiage allowing it with written permission, I would say the SAFEST bet would be to seek legal counsel from a lawyer. Specifically one that focuses on firearm laws.

Is it out of the question to try to convince the guy/gal to not put up the 30.06 signs? I could almost understand putting the sign up to appease anti-gun groups like MDA, but I just can't understand someone putting one up to deter crime. Remember that the definition of criminal is someone who doesn't follow the law, so the sign wouldn't affect criminals. It only affects the law abiding. But you already know all this. Think you could convince the property owner?

After doing a little research, LEOSA may not provide the level of exemption that I thought it did:

Exception: "the laws of any State that permit private persons or entities to prohibit or restrict the possession of concealed firearms on their property"

Meaning laws that prohibit concealed carry on private property could still be enforced.

So I guess with that in mind, you would want to seek written permission from the property owner/manager. However, just be aware that 30.06 does not specifically mention an exemption for oral or written permission.

If you're retired police, you may qualify to carry there regardless of the 30.06 sign due to the LEO Safety Act.

However, there is no text in Texas Penal Code 30.06 that provides an exemption for carrying if you have permission from the property owner. Written permission should prevent prosecution if you were ever found out. The property owner would choose not to pursue trespass charges.

But, like I said, if you qualify under LEOSA, I'd probably just go that route instead of worrying about written permission, unless you just want the explicit blessing of the property owner/manager.

Also, welcome to the forum!