Franklin County does not require garage sale permits. Individual cities typically do not require permits either, though most limit the number of sales per year. Columbus allows 4 sales per year per residence without permit (Code 3389.03). Grove City, Dublin, and Hilliard have similar no-permit policies with annual limits.
No permit application or fee required in Columbus, Worthington, Upper Arlington, Bexley, Gahanna, Reynoldsburg, Hilliard, or Grove City for standard residential garage sales. Sales must be occasional (not ongoing commercial activity). Food and beverage sales require Franklin County Public Health temporary food permits (approximately 30-50 dollars). Sales tax not collected on occasional household sales under 5,000 dollars per year (ORC 5739.02). Multi-family and neighborhood-wide sales (such as Clintonville or German Village seasonal sales) do not require permits per household. Signs must follow city sign code limits.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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