No permit for on-premise signs: 1 sign, 4 sq ft max, 5 ft high, no lights. Remove within 15 days. Off-site: owner permission, not in ROW.
Ch. 21.41: on-premise signs not requiring permit include 1 sign, 4 sq ft max, 5 ft above average grade, no lights/banners/pennants. Remove 15 days after sale. Off-site: not in public ROW (within 10 ft curb), need property owner permission. This garage sale signs rule under Carlsbad's signs ordinances applies to properties within Carlsbad city limits. For current statutory text, amendments, enforcement procedures, fines, appeal options, and any exemptions that may apply to your situation, contact Carlsbad code enforcement directly or consult the official California municipal code library. Ordinances change periodically; always verify with local staff before relying on summary information.
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