Salt Lake City does not require a permit for occasional residential garage sales, but frequent sales cross the line into retail and trigger business licensing.
Occasional residential garage, yard, and moving sales held at the homeowner or tenant's own residence do not require a Salt Lake City permit or business license. Typical limits are 3-4 sales per calendar year, each lasting no more than 3 consecutive days, during daytime hours. Signs may be posted only on the sale property (not on utility poles, medians, or public right-of-way). Sales that occur more frequently, last longer, or involve items purchased for resale are treated as retail sales and require a Salt Lake City business license under Title 5. HOA rules may impose additional limits.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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