3 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 1 city in Jefferson County, Kentucky.
Verified from official government sources
Louisville Metro does not require a permit for residential garage or yard sales. Sales must comply with LMCO signage rules (no right-of-way signs) and frequency limits to avoid classification as a home business under LDC §4.2.
Louisville Metro does not set a specific numeric cap on garage sales per year, but recurring sales may be classified as a home occupation under LDC §4.2.45 requiring zoning approval and licensing.
Louisville Metro does not set specific hours for garage sales but LMCO §99.05 noise ordinance applies. Sales must not create disturbance during quiet hours (generally 11 PM-7 AM). Daytime weekend sales are standard practice.
1 cities in Jefferson County have their own garage & yard sales rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
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