REALTORS® Secure Key Victory in Bothell Sign Code Update

Seattle King County REALTORS® (SKCR) has successfully collaborated with the Bothell City Council to modernize the city’s sign regulations, ensuring alignment with recent U.S. Supreme Court rulings. This important update removes content-based distinctions in signage laws, strengthening compliance.

Previously, the city’s code limited on-premises temporary signs—such as for-sale yard arm signs—to just 2 square feet, far smaller than the industry standard of 5 square feet. Through SKCR’s efforts, the city has increased the size allowance, bringing it in line with common practice. Additionally, Bothell will continue to permit four open house A-board signs, preserving an essential tool for real estate professionals.

"The Bothell City Council and City staff are outstanding partners to SKCR. They understand the needs of the real estate industry and recognize the critical role that adequate housing supply plays in affordability. They've been early and enthusiastic adopters of middle housing, and they were terrific collaborators on the sign code update," said Randy Bannecker, SKCR Housing Specialist.