Fort Lauderdale does not have specific garage sale time restrictions in a dedicated ordinance. Garage sales must comply with the general noise ordinance under Chapter 17, which limits residential noise that is plainly audible at 25 feet from 10 PM to 7 AM.
While Fort Lauderdale does not have a dedicated garage sale ordinance with specific operating hours, garage sales must comply with the city's noise control ordinance under Chapter 17. Residential noise must not be plainly audible for one minute or longer at 25 feet from the property line between 10 PM and 7 AM, and must not be plainly audible at 50 feet from 7 AM to 10 PM. As a practical matter, most garage sales operate during reasonable daytime hours. Sales conducted during early morning or late evening hours that generate noise complaints may be cited under the noise ordinance. The city's general property maintenance and nuisance provisions also apply.
Garage sales generating noise complaints may be cited under Chapter 17 Noise Control. Nuisance complaints may be addressed under Chapter 18. Contact Code Enforcement at 954-828-5207.
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