Santa Clarita Signage Rules Rules (2026): What You Need to Know

Section 17.65.040 of the Santa Clarita Municipal Code states plainly that no signs shall be permitted for home-based businesses. This is a comprehensive prohibition covering all forms of signage and exterior advertising. Home-based business operators may not place wall-mounted signs, freestanding yard signs, window signs, banners, flags, or any other form of exterior identification indicating that a business is operating from the premises.

The signage prohibition is part of a broader set of requirements designed to preserve the residential character of neighborhoods. No exterior alterations of the dwelling may be made that would change the residential character of the home to accommodate the home occupation. No vehicles or trailers (including pick-up trucks and vans) or construction or other equipment, except those normally incidental to residential use, shall be kept on the site. This effectively prevents the use of commercially branded vehicles as de facto signage.

Home-based business operators in Santa Clarita who wish to advertise their services must rely on online marketing, word of mouth, direct mail, and other methods that do not involve physical signage at the home. This restriction applies uniformly across all residential zones in Valencia, Saugus, Newhall, Canyon Country, and other Santa Clarita communities. Violating the signage prohibition may result in code enforcement action and potential revocation of the Home Occupation Permit.