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Sign Regulations in Palm Springs, CA (2026)

3 verified sign regulations for Palm Springs, California, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

Verified from official government sources

Political Signs

Palm Springs allows temporary political signs on private property with permission of the property owner. Signs on residential property are typically limited to 6 square feet per face and must be removed within 10 days after the election. Signs in public rights-of-way are prohibited, and content-neutral rules apply under Reed v. Town of Gilbert.

Palm Springs Political Sign Rules

Few Restrictions

Garage Sale Signs

Palm Springs allows temporary garage sale signs on private property during the sale only. Signs are limited to about 4 square feet, must not be placed in the public right-of-way, and must be removed immediately after the sale. Posting on utility poles, street signs, or medians is prohibited.

Palm Springs Garage Sale Signs

Few Restrictions

Holiday Displays

Palm Springs permits holiday decorations and seasonal lighting on private property without a permit for displays of ordinary size. Displays must not create traffic hazards, noise nuisance, or violate the city's dark-sky outdoor lighting ordinance (PSMC 93.21). Seasonal lighting is typically allowed from late November through January.

Palm Springs Holiday Displays

Few Restrictions

Looking for Riverside County county-wide rules?

County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Palm Springs city rules.

Sign Regulations in Riverside County