Garage sales are a city zoning matter. Blaine allows them without a permit if each sale lasts no more than three days, held no more than twice yearly, sells only household goods, and signs stay on private property.
Anoka County does not regulate residential garage sales; the rules are in each city's zoning code. Blaine (BZO 33.10(e)) permits garage sales without a special permit provided the sale lasts no longer than three days and is held no more than twice per year, no goods purchased for resale or consignment goods are offered, and all advertising signs are placed on private property with the owner's permission, removed after the sale, and no larger than 2 by 3 feet. Neighboring cities such as Coon Rapids and Andover set similar frequency, duration, and sign limits, so confirm locally.
A prohibited or over-frequency sale is a zoning violation; illegal signs in the right-of-way may be removed and the resident cited by community standards.
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