Sign Regulations in Sacramento County, CA (2026)

3 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 10 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

In unincorporated Sacramento County, Zoning Code Section 5.10.1.C allows political, religious, and civic campaign signs in any zone for up to 90 days, provided they are removed within 10 days after the campaign ends. Signs must stay at least 5 feet from side property lines and 10 feet from the street right-of-way.

Sacramento County Political Sign Rules

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

Unincorporated Sacramento County has no specific 'garage sale sign' provision. Under Zoning Code Section 5.10.1, portable A-frame and off-site directional signs are generally prohibited (5.10.1.I), and signs in the public right-of-way may be removed by county personnel without notice. Only limited open-house directional signs are expressly allowed.

Sacramento County Garage Sale Sign Rules

Some Restrictions

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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.