Larimer County, CO Sign Regulations: Political Signs (2026)
Key Facts
- Permit
- Not required
- Display window
- 60 days before election
- Max (residential)
- 6 ft tall, 8 sq ft
- Max (non-residential)
- 6 ft tall, 32 sq ft
- Right-of-way
- Prohibited
Summary
Election signs need no permit in unincorporated Larimer County and may be placed for 60 days before an election. On residential property they may not exceed 6 feet high and 8 square feet, and signs are prohibited in public rights-of-way and on utility poles.
Any number of 'Election Signs' may be placed on a property for a period of 60 days prior to a state, local, or national election... temporary signs shall not exceed 6 feet in height and 8 square feet in area on properties zoned for residential uses... Signs are prohibited on or over public roads or rights-of-way.
Full Breakdown
Under Article 8.0 (Signs) of the Larimer County Land Use Code, temporary election campaign signs do not require a permit. Any number of 'Election Signs' may be placed on a property for 60 days prior to a state, local or national election. Temporary signs may not exceed 6 feet in height and 8 square feet in area on residentially zoned property (6 feet and 32 square feet on non-residential property). Article 8.2.4 prohibits signs on or over public roads or rights-of-way and on natural features, landscaping, trees, rocks, utility or light poles. Signage exceeding the allowance outside election periods must be removed within five days after the election.
Violations & Fines
Signs illegally placed in road rights-of-way may be removed without notice by the Road and Bridge Department or Code Compliance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a permit for a yard campaign sign?
Can I put a political sign in the road right-of-way?
Sources & Official References
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