How Delano Handles Sign Regulations: A Practical Guide

Delano maintains 72 local ordinances across all categories, and 2 of those deal specifically with sign regulations. Here is a breakdown of what the city actually requires, what is prohibited, and where Delano falls on the strict-to-permissive spectrum compared to other cities.

Political Signs

Political signs in Delano are protected by the First Amendment and California Elections Code §13002. Time, place, and manner restrictions are governed by Delano Development Code Chapter 20.14 (Sign Requirements).

Key details: Sign Code: Delano DC Ch. 20.14. ROW Placement: Prohibited. Election Window: 90 days before / 10 days after.

Public right-of-way signs may be removed without notice; private-property violations are addressed via code enforcement after warning.

The rules around political signs in Delano lean permissive, but that does not mean anything goes.

Garage Sale Signs

Garage sale signs in Delano are limited under DMC §6.22.070 to a maximum of 4 square feet in area. Signs may not be displayed at times other than the permitted sale dates and may not be placed on city-installed traffic-control signs or posts.

Key details: Max Sign Size: 4 sq ft. Code: Delano MC §6.22.070. Allowed Days: Saturdays/Sundays only.

Sign violations carry administrative citations; signs in the public right-of-way are subject to immediate removal.

The Bottom Line

Delano's sign regulations rules are a mixed bag. Some areas are strict, others are relaxed, and the details matter. The best approach is to check the specific rule that applies to your situation rather than assuming Delano is broadly strict or permissive.

Keep in mind that Delano can amend these rules at any council meeting. For the most current version of any rule mentioned here, check the specific ordinance page, where we track updates as they happen.