Signs

Are businesses required to obtain a sign permit to display banners and other temporary signs?

Yes, a temporary sign permit must be secured, prior to installing a temporary banner sign or “A-frame” sign. For additional details on temporary sign permits please visit: www.cupertino.org/signs or contact the Planning Division by phone at 408.777.3308 or by email at: planning@cupertino.org. <!--VISIONCMT4-->

 

Are real estate open house signs permitted in Cupertino?

Yes, however the sign code regulates the number of signs and the placement of signs. A maximum of six off-site real estate signs and one on-site sign is allowed. All open house signs must be located entirely on private property with the property owner’s permission, and the signs must be removed each day by sunset. Off-site real estate signs may also be placed in the landscape strip, which is usually located between the street and sidewalk in residential and institutional zones only.<!--VISIONCMT4-->

 

Is it lawful to post garage sale or other temporary type signs on utility poles and street signposts?

No. Temporary signs, such as garage sale or lost pet signs, are not permitted to be posted on utility poles or traffic signal/sign posts.<!--VISIONCMT4-->