Irving, TX Sign Regulations: Garage Sale Signs (2026)
Key Facts
- On-Property
- Allowed during active sale
- Right-of-Way
- Prohibited: subject to removal
- Utility Poles
- Signs on poles strictly prohibited
- Removal
- Must remove after sale ends
- Enforcement
- Code Enforcement removes illegal signs
Summary
Irving regulates temporary signs including garage sale signs under its sign ordinance. Garage sale signs may be placed on the property where the sale is occurring. Signs in the public right-of-way, on utility poles, or on traffic signs are prohibited and subject to removal by the city. Signs must be removed promptly after the sale concludes.
Sec. 394.001. DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:(1) "On-premise sign" means a freestanding sign identifying or advertising a business, person, or activity, and installed and maintained on the same premises as the business, person, or activity.(2) "Off-premise sign" means a sign displaying advertising that pertains to a business, person, organization, activity, event, place, service, or product not principally located or primarily manufactured or sold on the premises on which the sign is located.(3) "Person" means an individual, association, or corporation.(4) "Portable sign" means a sign designed to be mounted on a trailer, bench, wheeled carrier, or other nonmotorized mobile structure.(5) "Sign" means a structure, display, light device,
Full Breakdown
Irving permits temporary signs advertising garage and yard sales with specific regulations. Signs must not be attached to utility poles, traffic signs, or public property. Placement in the public right-of-way varies by jurisdiction: some allow it temporarily, others prohibit it. Some cities require a garage sale permit which may include sign allowances. Wire-frame yard signs are the most common format.
Frequently Asked Questions
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