Kansas City regulates temporary signs including garage sale signs through the zoning code. Garage sale signs are permitted on private property but are generally prohibited in the public right-of-way. Signs must be removed promptly after the sale ends.
Temporary garage sale signs may be displayed on private property during the sale. Signs placed on utility poles, traffic signs, or in medians violate city code and may be removed by the city. The number and size of temporary signs are limited under the zoning code — typically one sign on the premises and directional signs at nearby intersections placed on private property only. Signs must be removed within 24 hours after the sale concludes. No permit is required for temporary garage sale signs on private property.
Garage sale signs placed in the public right-of-way, on utility poles, or on traffic signs may be removed by the city without notice. Failure to remove signs after a sale may result in a code violation notice. Repeat offenders may face fines.
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