Clark County, WA Sign Regulations: Political Signs (2026)
Key Facts
- Political sign status
- Allowed as on-premises sign
- Right-of-way placement
- Needs street use permit
- Max height
- 35 feet
- Traffic-mimic signs
- Prohibited
- Code section
- CCC 40.310.010
Summary
Clark County's sign code treats political and other noncommercial messages as on-premises signs. Any sign displaying a noncommercial (including political) message is allowed wherever an on-premises sign is permitted. Signs may not be placed in the county right-of-way without a street use permit and cannot exceed 35 feet in height.
"On-premises sign" also means a sign which contains religious, political, social and other noncommercial messages.
Full Breakdown
CCC 40.310.010 defines an on-premises sign to include religious, political, social and other noncommercial messages, so political signs are permitted on private property wherever on-premises signs are allowed. Prohibited placements and characteristics under 40.310.010(D) still apply: signs may not sit in the county right-of-way without a written street use permit, may not resemble traffic control devices, may not obstruct driver sightlines, and may not exceed 35 feet in height. The code does not regulate signs not visible from adjacent property or public rights-of-way. Cities set separate rules and Washington law (RCW 29A.84.290 area) protects election-season signage.
Violations & Fines
Political signs placed in the right-of-way, resembling traffic signs, or blocking sightlines can be removed by the county; right-of-way signs without a street use permit are prohibited under CCC 40.310.010(D)(8).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I put a campaign sign in my yard?
Can I place a political sign along the road?
Sources & Official References
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