Colorado’s 2026 statewide primary on June 30 lands right in the middle of summer traffic, construction zones, and long commutes from mountain suburbs. Your yard signs have to stay readable through snow, sun, and busy
roads—not just look good in a mockup. Below are simple Colorado-ready primary yard sign template ideas you can plug your name into and hand off to our design team.
Always double-check your state and local sign rules before printing, but these layouts work for everything from city council and county commissioner to school board, sheriff, and judicial races across Colorado.
Quick Colorado sign rules (not legal advice)
- No signs in state highway right-of-way (CDOT): CDOT reminds campaigns that campaign signs are not permitted in the state’s right-of-way. Only official traffic control signs are allowed.
- Private property with permission is safest: CDOT says campaign signs may be placed on private property with the owner’s approval, outside the state right-of-way line, and should be removed promptly after the election.
- HOA and landlord rules still matter: Colorado law protects owners’ and residents’ ability to display political signs at home, but HOAs and similar communities can set reasonable, content-neutral regulations on number, placement, and
size. Landlords may also have rules for rentals.
- Polling places (100 feet): Colorado restricts electioneering inside a polling location and within 100 feet of the building. The same 100-foot rule also applies around ballot drop-boxes—keep signs and campaigning outside posted boundary markers.
- Local codes control size and timing: Cities and counties usually treat campaign signs as temporary signs and set limits on size, height, and how long they can stay up, especially near intersections and along public streets.
- “Paid for by” / disclaimer rules: Colorado’s campaign and political finance rules include disclaimer requirements for many political communications. The exact wording and format can vary by sponsor and communication type, so confirm
current requirements before printing.
Sources (official)
Colorado primary yard sign templates you can steal:
Template 1 – Challenger, Short and Strong
Top: ELECT
Middle: FIRST + LAST NAME
Bottom: OFFICE and one short value: NEW VOICE • LOCAL FOCUS
Best for newcomers running into crowded Colorado primaries who want to feel fresh without cluttering the sign.
Template 2 – Incumbent Re-Elect Layout
Top: RE-ELECT
Middle: LAST NAME (big, bold)
Bottom: OFFICE (for example, CITY COUNCIL • DISTRICT 3, COUNTY COMMISSIONER, or SHERIFF)
Great if you’re already in office and want simple name + office reinforcement on busy commuter routes and neighborhood corners.
Template 3 – Down-Ballot & Local
Top: VOTE JUNE 30
Middle: LAST NAME
Bottom: SCHOOL BOARD, JUDGE, or CLERK OF COURT
Perfect for local and judicial races where the office matters more than party label and voters mainly remember your name.
Why we print these on SmartFlute® yard signs:
Patented SmartFlute® board blocks light, so double-sided designs don’t ghost through in bright Colorado sun or under streetlights.
Eco-friendly: made from recycled material, so you can talk about sustainability while your signs work along highways, county roads, and neighborhood streets.
At UZ Marketing, we print SmartFlute® yard signs starting at $2.99 each (100 signs) with 1-color printing, double-sided printing, H-stakes, free shipping, fast turnaround with rush options, and a 14-day Price Match Guarantee as long as all specs
align.
Watch out for “too good to be true” pricing on other sites. Many super-cheap offers are for smaller half-sized signs with single-sided printing,
thin material, and no stakes or shipping included. Our $2.99 each (100) pricing is for full-size 18" x 24" SmartFlute® yard signs, so you know exactly what you’re getting.
Start your Colorado campaign design with custom campaign yard signs, or ask us for a
free design proof based on these templates before you file.
FAQ: Colorado Primary Yard Signs
1. When is the 2026 Colorado primary and when should I start putting yard signs out?
Colorado’s 2026 statewide primary is scheduled for June 30, 2026, with the general election on November 3, 2026. Many campaigns roll out their main wave of yard signs in the weeks before the primary,
focusing on private property where they have permission and staying within any timing or size limits in local sign codes.
2. Where should I place Colorado campaign yard signs?
The safest option is private property with the owner’s permission—supporters’ yards, friendly businesses, and campaign HQ. CDOT guidance says campaign signs are not allowed in state highway right-of-way, so avoid medians, shoulders, ditches, and other
state-maintained strips. Because right-of-way width varies, it’s smart to place signs clearly inside fences or other obvious private-property markers and to review your city or county ordinance before placing signs close to the street.
3. How long can I leave my Colorado campaign signs up after the election?
Colorado doesn’t use a single statewide removal deadline for every yard sign, but CDOT expects campaign signs along state highways to be removed promptly after the election, and local codes or HOAs may set specific timelines for temporary political signs.
Practically, many campaigns plan to pull, recycle, or store their signs shortly after the election to avoid complaints and enforcement issues.
4. Do Colorado campaign yard signs need a “paid for by” disclaimer?
In many cases, yes. Colorado’s campaign and political finance rules include disclaimer requirements for many political communications, and the exact wording/format can vary by sponsor and communication type. Many campaigns include a clear “Paid for by
[Committee Name]” footer as a practical default and confirm the current requirements in the Colorado Secretary of State’s rules before printing final art.
