Albuquerque does not require a specific permit for garage or yard sales at residential properties. The IDO regulates the frequency and duration of sales but homeowners do not need to apply for or obtain a permit before holding a sale. This makes the process straightforward for occasional household sales.
No permit, fee, or pre-registration is required to hold a garage sale in Albuquerque. The IDO limits the frequency (twice per year for single-family, four times for multi-family) and duration (three days per sale). Sellers must comply with temporary sign regulations for advertising. Sales must occur on the property and not extend into the street or right-of-way. Only typical household goods may be sold. Garage sales do not require collection or remittance of gross receipts tax (NM's equivalent of sales tax) for occasional sellers. Regular or frequent sales that resemble a commercial operation may trigger business licensing requirements.
While no permit is required, exceeding the frequency or duration limits may result in code enforcement action. Operating what amounts to a regular retail business from a residential property under the guise of garage sales may be treated as an illegal home business.
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