Garage sales in unincorporated Ventura County must keep items on private property and not encroach into the right-of-way. Open storage after the sale must comply with §8107-1.6 limits. Frequent sales may constitute commercial activity requiring a business license.
Items displayed for sale must remain on private property. No encroachment onto sidewalks, streets, or public right-of-way. After the sale, unsold items left outside must comply with open storage limits under §8107-1.6 (200 sq ft on lots ≤20,000 sq ft). Frequent or regular sales that constitute a commercial operation may require a business license from the Treasurer-Tax Collector.
Blocking sidewalks/right-of-way: ADA and code enforcement violations. Exceeding open storage limits: §8107-1.6 violation. Operating commercial activity without license: $250-$500.
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