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Dallas County, TX Sign Regulations: Garage Sale Signs (2026)

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

Key Facts

County Ordinance
None
Private Property
Unrestricted
Highway ROW
TX Transportation Code prohibits
HOA Rules
May restrict

Summary

No county ordinance restricting garage sale signs on private property. TX Transportation Code prohibits signs on state highway ROW. Signs on county road ROW may be removed. HOA rules may restrict temporary signage.

City-specific rules exist: Irving, Cedar Hill, Richardson, Dallas, Carrollton, Grand Prairie, and Garland have their own garage sale signs rules that differ from Dallas County's county-level regulations. If you live in one of those cities, check the city-specific page instead.

Sec. 394.021. ERECTING OFF-PREMISE SIGN WITHOUT PERMIT; OFFENSE. (a) A person commits an offense if the person erects an off-premise sign unless the person first obtains a permit under this subchapter from the commission. (b) Except as otherwise authorized by this chapter, the commission may not issue a permit for an off-premise sign unless the sign is to be located: (1) within 800 feet of a recognized commercial or industrial business activity or the office of a governmental entity; and (2) on the same side of the road as the business activity or the office of the governmental entity.

Source: TX Transportation Code SignsView official code

Full Breakdown

There is no county ordinance restricting garage sale signs on private property in unincorporated Dallas County. Property owners may place garage sale signs on their own property without county permit or restriction. Signs placed on state highway rights-of-way violate TX Transportation Code. Signs on county road rights-of-way may be removed by Dallas County Public Works. HOA covenants may restrict temporary signage including garage sale signs in planned subdivisions.

Violations & Fines

TX Transportation Code for highway ROW signs. No county violations for signs on private property.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I put up garage sale signs in unincorporated Dallas County?
Yes, on your own property without restrictions. Avoid placing signs in county road rights-of-way.
Do I need a permit for a garage sale in unincorporated Dallas County?
No. The county does not require garage sale permits in unincorporated areas.

Sources & Official References

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