Sign Regulations in Sacramento County, CA (2026)

3 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 7 cities in Sacramento County, California.

Verified from official government sources

Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Sacramento County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply — see the city list below.

Political Signs

Political signs allowed on private property in unincorporated Sacramento County. HOAs preempted by Civil Code 4710 from banning most political signs in common interest developments.

Signs: Political Signs

Few Restrictions

California Civil Code § 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 noncommercial sign, poster, flag, or banner may be made of paper...

Full ordinance details →Official source ↗

Garage Sale Signs

Temporary garage sale signs allowed on private property with owner permission. Prohibited on utility poles, trees, traffic signs, and in the public right-of-way. Must be removed within 24 hours.

Signs: Garage Sale Signs

Some Restrictions

Full ordinance details →Official source ↗

Holiday Displays

Seasonal holiday lights and displays permitted on private property with no permit required. Inflatables and roof displays must not create traffic hazards or violate fire or electrical codes.