Palm Springs, CA Sign Regulations: Political Signs (2026)

Political signs in Palm Springs are regulated under PSMC Title 93 Sign Code as temporary noncommercial signs. Following the U.S. Supreme Court's Reed v. Town of Gilbert (2015) decision, cities may not single out political signs for stricter rules than other noncommercial signs. Palm Springs therefore applies its general temporary sign rules: residential properties may display temporary signs up to 6 square feet per face and 4 feet tall, with a typical limit of one to two signs per candidate or measure. Signs may be posted during the election period and must be removed within 10 days after the election. Placement in the public right-of-way including medians, parkways, utility poles, and traffic signs is prohibited and subject to removal by the city. Placement on private property requires the owner's consent. Signs may not obstruct sight distance at driveways or corners, block sidewalks, or be illuminated in residential zones without a permit. Commercial properties have larger size allowances under temporary sign provisions. Historic districts have additional review for permanent signage but temporary political signs generally follow citywide rules.