Amarillo regulates temporary and residential signs under Chapter 4-2. Garage sale signs must remain on private property and off state highway right-of-way. The city limits households to two garage sales per 12-month period; signs may be posted only during the permitted sale event.
Amarillo Code of Ordinances Chapter 4-2 (Signs) governs all temporary signage including garage sale signs. Signs must be placed within the property boundaries and cannot be installed in any public right-of-way or on utility poles. Placement in TxDOT right-of-way carries a fine of up to $500 per sign under state law. City code enforcement limits households to no more than two garage sales in any 12-month period; garage sale signs should be removed within 24 hours of the sale ending. Signs must be securely fastened to resist wind and must not obstruct traffic sight lines. No advance permit is required for a single small temporary residential sign.
Placing signs in public right-of-way: up to $500 fine per sign. Exceeding two garage sales per year may trigger a code violation complaint and fine.
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