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Orange County, FL Garage & Yard Sales: Frequency, Duration & Permits (2026)

Significant Restrictions
Compiled from the official code textEditor Martyn O'NeillLast verified September 2026

Key Facts

Permit issuer
Zoning department
Max permit length
72 hours
Requested
In writing to the department
Display requirement
Posted on-site during sale

Summary

Unincorporated Orange County requires a zoning department permit before any garage sale, valid for up to 72 hours and displayed on-site during the sale.

City-specific rules exist: Orlando has its own frequency, duration & permits rules that differ from Orange County's county-level regulations. If you live in Orlando, check the city-specific page instead.

It shall be a violation of this article for any person to conduct a garage sale on any lot, parcel, or tract of land without first obtaining a permit therefor from the zoning department which permit shall set forth the time and place of such garage sale. Such permit may be obtained by requesting same in writing from the department. Such permit shall be valid for a maximum period of seventy-two (72) hours. The permit provided for herein shall be displayed on the premises at which the sale is being conducted and the board of county commissioners may charge such fee for issuance of such permit as it may deem necessary to cover the cost thereof.

(Code 1965, § 7-24; Ord. No. 73-4, § 4, 3-13-73)

Source: Orange County Municipal CodeView official code

Official source re-checked September 7, 2026: no newer edition of the code had been published (publisher’s edition: Code of Ordinances: Supplement 128).

Full Breakdown

County Code § 25-29 makes it a violation to hold a garage sale on any lot, parcel, or tract in unincorporated Orange County without first obtaining a permit from the zoning department stating the time and place of the sale. The permit is requested in writing, is valid for a maximum of 72 hours, must be displayed on the premises during the sale, and the board of county commissioners may charge a fee to cover issuance costs.

Violations & Fines

Holding a garage sale without the zoning department permit is a code violation enforceable under section 1-9, and the county may refuse or revoke a permit under § 25-33 if it would harm public health or safety.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a garage sale permit in Orange County?
Request one in writing from the zoning department; the permit lists the sale's time and place and is valid up to 72 hours, per § 25-29.
Can the county deny my permit?
Yes, § 25-33 lets the county refuse or revoke a permit if the sale would adversely affect public health, safety or welfare.

Sources & Official References

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