San Francisco does not set specific hours for residential garage sales beyond general noise ordinance compliance. Sales should be conducted during reasonable daytime hours to avoid violating the Police Code noise provisions (Article 29).
While no specific garage sale hours are codified, sales should respect residential noise standards. The Police Code Article 29 restricts excessive noise that disturbs neighbors. Daytime hours (generally 8 AM to 8 PM) are considered reasonable for residential sales activity. Sales that generate excessive noise, traffic, or parking problems may be subject to complaints and enforcement. Signage advertising the sale must comply with sign regulations and be removed after the sale.
Noise complaints related to garage sales are handled under the general noise ordinance. Sales causing persistent disturbances may result in code enforcement action.
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