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Converse, TX Garage & Yard Sales: Frequency, Duration & Permits (2026)

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Compiled from the official code textEditor Martyn O'NeillLast verified August 2026

Key Facts

Permit fee
$25.00 per permit
First sale waiver
Free for one sale per year
Governing section
Sec. 24-4, Code of Ordinances
Required before
Sale starts; must be displayed
Transferability
Non-transferable, location-specific

Summary

Converse requires property owners, lessees, and nonprofits to obtain a $25 permit before holding any garage, yard, or rummage sale, verified with proof of address.

Each property owner, lessee, or nonprofit organization is required to complete a garage/yard sale permit application for each location within the city limits. ... Upon verification and compliance with the provisions of this article the city may issue the applicant a garage/yard sale permit. No permit shall be issued unless the applicant has paid the required fee of $25.00 per permit.

Source: Converse City HallView official code

Full Breakdown

Under Sec. 24-4 of the Converse Code of Ordinances, every property owner, lessee, or nonprofit organization must complete a garage/yard sale permit application for each location within city limits, providing proof of address via a driver's license, utility bill, or similar ID. The fee is $25.00 per permit, waived for a property owner's first sale of the calendar year. The permit must be obtained before the sale starts, displayed on the property visible from the street, and cannot be transferred to another person or location. Holding a sale without one is unlawful under Sec. 24-2.

Violations & Fines

Holding a garage sale without a permit is unlawful under Sec. 24-2; general code violations carry fines up to $500 per offense, with each day treated as a separate offense.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a permit for a garage sale in Converse?
Yes. Sec. 24-4 requires a permit for every garage/yard sale location within city limits before the sale begins, though a homeowner's first sale each year is fee-exempt.
How much does a Converse garage sale permit cost?
The fee is $25.00 per permit, but a property owner holding only one garage/yard sale per calendar year is not charged.
Can I transfer my garage sale permit to someone else?
No. Permits are non-transferable, and a permit holder cannot let another party use their name to run a sale at a different location.

Sources & Official References

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