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Bishop, CA Sign Regulations: Garage Sale Signs (2026)

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

Key Facts

Sign code
Chapter 17.85
Sale signs exempt?
Not on exempt list
Right-of-way signs
Prohibited
On poles/trees
Prohibited
Best practice
Private property only

Summary

Bishop's sign code (Chapter 17.85) does not list garage/yard sale signs among its permit-exempt signs, and it bans ground-mounted signs in the public right-of-way and signs attached to utility poles, trees, or traffic devices. Post garage-sale signs on private property only, with permission.

Prohibited signs include... ground-mounted signs in public rights-of-way... signs attached to trees, utility poles, or traffic control devices... abandoned signs shall be removed within 30 days.

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Official source re-checked September 7, 2026: no newer edition of the code had been published (publisher’s edition: Code of Ordinances: Supplement 4).

Full Breakdown

Under Bishop Zoning Chapter 17.85, most signs need a permit unless they fall within a listed exempt category. Garage-sale and yard-sale signs are not on the exempt list (17.85.070). The code separately prohibits ground-mounted signs in public rights-of-way and signs affixed to trees, utility poles, or traffic control devices. Practically, that means residents should keep temporary sale signs on private property with the owner's permission and remove them promptly after the sale. Check Bishop's garage-sale and sign rules with the Planning Department, as the City may treat abandoned signs as a nuisance.

Violations & Fines

Signs in the right-of-way or on poles, trees, or traffic devices are prohibited and may be removed by the City; abandoned signage must be removed and can be cited.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I staple garage-sale signs to a utility pole in Bishop?
No. Bishop's sign code prohibits signs attached to utility poles, trees, or traffic control devices, and bans ground signs in the public right-of-way.
Where can I legally post a garage-sale sign?
On private property with the owner's permission, and remove it after the sale. Avoid the public right-of-way. Confirm details with the Planning Department.

Sources & Official References

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