Garage Sale Signs: Lodi vs Manteca
How do garage sale signs rules compare between Lodi, CA and Manteca, CA?
Lodi and Manteca have similar restriction levels.
Lodi, CA
San Joaquin County
Garage sale signs in Lodi are treated as temporary signs under LMC 17.34.070. They are not allowed in the public right-of-way (utility poles, parkways, traffic signs) and must be removed promptly after the sale ends.
View full Lodi rules →Manteca, CA
San Joaquin County
Unincorporated San Joaquin County allows temporary garage sale signs up to 4 square feet on the sale property and a limited number of directional signs, but prohibits attaching signs to utility poles, traffic signs, or placing them in the public right-of-way. Signs must be removed within 24 hours after the sale ends. Stockton, Lodi, and Manteca apply similar rules through their sign codes.
View full Manteca rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Lodi | Manteca |
|---|---|---|
| Code Section | LMC 17.34.070 | - |
| Public Right-of-Way | Prohibited | - |
| Utility Poles | Prohibited | - |
| Removal After Sale | Required | - |
| Max Size | - | 4–6 sf typical |
| Directional | - | 3–4 off-premises OK |
| Removal | - | 24 hours post-sale |
| Poles | - | Attachment prohibited |
| Stockton Sales Cap | - | ~2–3 per year |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Lodi FAQ
Can I post garage sale signs on Lodi telephone poles?
No. Signs on utility poles and in the public right-of-way are prohibited and may be removed by Public Works without notice.
Do I need to take down garage sale signs after my sale?
Yes. LMC 17.34 requires temporary signs to be removed promptly after the sale ends.
Manteca FAQ
Can I put garage sale signs on power poles?
No. Both SJ County Development Title §9-1040 and Stockton/Lodi/Manteca sign codes prohibit attaching signs to utility poles, traffic signs, or trees in the public right-of-way. PG&E will also remove them under their pole-attachment tariff.
How many garage sales can I have per year in Stockton?
Stockton Municipal Code §5.40 generally limits residents to 2 or 3 garage sales per calendar year. Lodi and Manteca have similar limits. Unincorporated SJ County does not cap frequency but still enforces sign and nuisance rules.
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