Dallas County, TX Sign Regulations: Garage Sale Signs (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.
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.
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?
Do I need a permit for a garage sale in unincorporated Dallas County?
Sources & Official References
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