2026 Colorado Primary Yard Sign Templates & Campaign Sign Rules
If you’re running in the 2026 Colorado primary and staring at a blank yard sign design, you’re not the only one. The statewide primary is scheduled for June 30, 2026, and the sooner you lock in a clean, readable sign, the better. 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):
Primary timing: Colorado’s 2026 primary is set for June 30, 2026, with the general election on November 3, 2026.
No signs in state highway right-of-way. Colorado Department of Transportation (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.
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 expected. Under Colorado’s Fair Campaign Practices Act and state guidance, many printed political communications over certain spending thresholds must include a disclaimer identifying who paid for the communication (for example, “Paid for by [Committee Name]”), and the Secretary of State recommends using disclaimers on all campaign communications to stay safe.
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 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 design at https://uzmarketing.com/en/custom-yard-signs/ or ask us for a free 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 4–8 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 can I legally 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 within about one to two weeks after the election to avoid complaints and enforcement issues.
4. Do Colorado campaign yard signs need a “paid for by” disclaimer?
Yes. Colorado’s Fair Campaign Practices Act and Secretary of State guidance say that many political communications over certain spending thresholds must include a disclaimer statement identifying the candidate committee, political committee, or other sponsor who paid for the communication. Yard signs and similar printed ads typically use a short line such as “Paid for by [Committee Name]” in a clear, readable spot. Federal campaign finance rules also require disclaimers on many public communications from political committees, so campaigns should confirm current wording with the Colorado Secretary of State or legal/compliance counsel before approving final artwork.
