Sign Regulations in Richmond, CA (2026)
2 verified sign regulations for Richmond, California, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
Political Signs
Political signs receive strong First Amendment protection in Richmond and must be treated on the same terms as other non-commercial yard signs. California Civil Code §713 also prohibits HOAs from banning non-commercial signs under 9 sq ft. No special election-period restrictions apply in Richmond.
Signs: Political Signs
Few RestrictionsCal. Civ. Code Sec. 4710 (Davis-Stirling Act - Noncommercial Signs and Posters)
rticle 1 added by Stats. 2012, Ch. 180, Sec. 2. ) 4710. (a) The governing documents may not prohibit posting or displaying of noncommercial signs, posters, flags, or banners on or in a member’s separate interest, except as required for the protection of public health or safety or if the posting or display would violate a local, state, or federal law. (b) For purposes of this section, a noncomme...
Garage Sale Signs
Richmond allows garage sale signs on private property during the sale and requires removal immediately afterward. Signs on utility poles, street signs, or in the public right-of-way are prohibited and removed by Public Works, with repeat violators subject to fines.
Signs: Garage Sale Signs
Some RestrictionsLooking for Contra Costa County county-wide rules?
County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Richmond city rules.
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