Garage Sales

These are sales operated at a residence for the sale of new or used household goods or property. Sample sales are permitted if operated by sales representatives and held at their home.

Are there limits on where I may place garage sale, "For Sale" or real estate signs?

Yes. You are allowed one sign at the location of the sale for each street frontage on that property. This type of sign can have a sign face up to eight square feet in size and can be used during the days of the garage sale and up to three days prior to the sale. In addition, you may place signs in other locations pointing to your garage sale provided that these signs are located on private property and that you have obtained permission for placing the sign from the property owner. To be on private property, signs must typically be one foot behind the sidewalk or approximately 11 feet back from the curb of the street. These "pointer" signs are limited to three square feet in area and are allowed only during the days of your garage sale. Signs are not permitted in street medians, in public parks, or at highway interchanges.

How often may I hold a sale?

You may hold two sales per one-year period at your home. No permit is required.

Is there a limit for length of time for a sale?

A sale may last up to four days each time.

If I display sale items outside, are there restrictions?

Yes. Items for sale must be placed in the garage or driveway of your residence. It is not permitted to display items in the yard or within 30 feet of a curb.

Is there a penalty for violating these regulations?

Yes. Failure to comply with the garage sale and/or temporary sign ordinance constitutes a violation and a ticket can be issued.

Can I request temporary "No Parking" signs?

No. The city will not install temporary No Parking signs on streets adjacent to or near garage sales. It will be the responsibility of the person, or persons, holding the garage sale to ensure that guests do not park in a manner where they will impede traffic.

Can I request that "No Parking" signs be temporarily removed or covered up?

No. If you live on a street where parking is restricted the city will not, nor may you, cover up the "No Parking" signs. Doing so constitutes a violation and tickets can be issued. It will be your responsibility to direct your guests to a side street where parking is permissible.

If you have any further "No Parking" sign questions, please contact Traffic Services at 913/895-6027.

Call Neighborhood Preservation at 913/895-6270 or e-mail property@opkansas.org for more information.