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Lake County, FL Sign Regulations: Garage Sale Signs (2026)

Some Restrictions
Compiled from the official code textEditor Martyn O'NeillLast verified September 2026

Key Facts

Permit
Not needed on your own parcel
Max size
16 sq ft (3–16 sq ft)
Snipe signs
Prohibited (poles/trees)
Right-of-way
Prohibited; may be removed
Governing code
LDR Sec. 11.01.06(H) / 11.01.05 (unincorporated)

Summary

Lake County's content-neutral sign code treats a garage-sale sign like any temporary sign. On your own property you may display a light-material sign of 3–16 sq ft without a permit: under 6 feet tall, not illuminated, set back from the road. Right-of-way signs are banned.

These county ordinances apply to unincorporated areas of Lake County. Incorporated cities within the county may have their own rules that take precedence over county-level regulations.

11.01.05 Prohibited Signs. The following types of Signs are prohibited in all zoning districts within Lake County: A. Abandoned Signs... E. Snipe Signs. F. Portable Signs. Prohibited signs on public property or rights-of-way shall be removed immediately, and may be removed by the County or its agents without notice.

View official code

Official source re-checked September 7, 2026: no newer edition of the code had been published (publisher’s edition: Code of Ordinances: Supplement 150).

Full Breakdown

Because the LDR regulates signs by size, material and placement rather than message, garage-sale signs fall under the exempt-sign provision, Sec. 11.01.06(H). A single light-material sign (paper, cloth, plywood) greater than 3 and up to 16 sq ft may be displayed on a parcel up to one acre without a permit, capped at 6 feet high, non-illuminated, 20+ feet from the pavement and 10 feet from side lines. Signs placed in the county road right-of-way are prohibited and may be removed without notice; a utilization permit is required to place any sign there. 'Snipe signs' tacked to poles and trees are prohibited. Remove sale signs promptly. Inside cities, city rules apply.

Violations & Fines

Right-of-way or snipe signs may be removed by the county without notice; ongoing violations are enforced under Chapter 8, with general penalties up to $500 or 60 days jail (Sec. 1-6).

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I staple garage-sale signs to power poles?
No. 'Snipe signs' are prohibited in all zoning districts of Lake County, and signs placed in the road right-of-way may be removed by the county without notice.
Do I need a permit for a garage-sale sign in my yard?
No. A light-material temporary sign up to 16 sq ft, under 6 feet tall and non-illuminated is exempt from permitting on parcels up to one acre. Remove it promptly after the sale.

Sources & Official References

Other rules in Lake County

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