Sign Regulations in James City County, VA (2026)
1 rule for unincorporated James City County, Virginia.
Verified from official government sources
Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of James City County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.
Political Signs
In James City County, non-commercial temporary signs, including political and campaign signs, may go up on private property without a sign permit under Zoning Ordinance § 24-74(12). Each sign is capped at 32 square feet, and the property cannot display such signs for more than 90 days total in any calendar year. Community Development enforces the cap.
James City County Political Sign Rules
Some RestrictionsJames City County Code § 24-74(12)
(12)Temporary signs of a non-commercial nature may be displayed on private property, provided such signs shall not exceed 32 square feet in size; and provided that, such signs may be erected no more than 90 days in a calendar year.
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