Sec. 25. A precinct establishment order may not become effective during the following periods:
(1) In a year in which a general election is held, the period beginning on the first day that a declaration of candidacy may be filed under IC 3-8-2-4 and ending the day following general election day.
(2) For precincts located wholly or partially within a municipality, after January 31 and before the day following municipal election day, in a year in which a municipal election is held.