Sacramento does not have specific codified hours for garage sales, but sales are expected to occur during reasonable daytime hours consistent with residential neighborhood standards. General noise ordinance provisions (City Code Chapter 8.68) apply, which restrict disturbing noise in residential areas during nighttime hours (10:00 PM to 7:00 AM).
While no specific garage sale hours are codified, the practical standard in Sacramento is to hold sales during daylight hours, typically from 7:00 AM or 8:00 AM to early evening. The City's noise ordinance applies to all residential activities, so early-morning setup noise or late-evening activity that disturbs neighbors could generate complaints. Lighting for evening sales should not create light trespass onto neighboring properties. Weekend mornings are the most common and accepted times for garage sales in Sacramento neighborhoods.
Garage sales held during late-night hours that disturb neighbors may generate noise complaints enforceable under the City's noise ordinance. Repeated neighborhood complaints could lead to code compliance involvement.
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