Sign Regulations in Adams County, CO (2026)
2 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 1 city in Adams County, Colorado.
Verified from official government sources
Political Signs
Adams County regulates political signs content-neutrally as temporary signs. On residential lots one temporary sign up to 32 sq ft may be displayed for up to 14 consecutive days, and it must sit on private property outside any right-of-way. No sign permit is required.
Political and Temporary Signs in Unincorporated Adams County
Some RestrictionsAdams County DSR Sec. 4-17-03(12) (Temporary Signs)
The maximum sign size shall be thirty-two (32) square feet. One (1) temporary sign may be displayed for a period not to exceed fourteen (14) consecutive days, a maximum of two times per calendar year for each lot or parcel. Signs shall be placed on private property, outside any right-of-way or easement.
Garage Sale Signs
Garage-sale signs fall under Adams County's content-neutral temporary sign rule: up to 32 sq ft, on private property, for no more than 14 consecutive days (twice per year per lot), with no sign permit. Signs in the road right-of-way are prohibited.
Garage Sale Signs in Unincorporated Adams County
Some RestrictionsAdams County DSR Sec. 4-17-04(3) (Prohibited Sign Types)
Any sign or attractive device attached to any public utility pole or structure, road light, tree, fence, fire hydrant, bridge, curb, sidewalk, park bench, or other location on public property, except as provided herein [is prohibited].
Sign Regulations by City in Adams County
1 cities in Adams County have their own sign regulations rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
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