Brentwood vs Walnut Creek

Brentwood home occupation rules prohibit any exterior signage advertising a home-based business. The residence must retain its residential character, meaning no signs, lighted displays, window graphics, or merchandise visible from the street or adjacent properties. Violations are typically cited under the zoning code with administrative fines.

Home occupations in Walnut Creek are prohibited from having any exterior signage advertising the business. The home must retain its residential appearance from the street — no signs, banners, window lettering, illuminated advertising, or similar displays visible from outside the dwelling.