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Garage & Yard Sales in James City County, VA (2026)

1 rule for unincorporated James City County, Virginia.

Verified from official government sources

Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of James City County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.

Frequency, Duration & Permits

James City County allows garage sales in every zoning district but limits a property to no more than twice a year under the Zoning Ordinance's own definition. Sec. 24-2 defines a garage sale as neighbors selling goods together at one owner's residence, and Sec. 24-36 confirms the use is permitted countywide.

Garage Sale Frequency Limit, James City County

Light Restrictions

James City County Code §§ 24-2, 24-36

Garage sale. ... The sale of goods by a property owner and his neighbors at the property owner's residence occurring not more than twice a year. ... ... Sec. 24-36. - Special provisions for garage sales. Garage sales shall be permitted in all districts.

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