Garage sale signs in Lowell may be posted on private property during the sale but cannot be placed on utility poles, traffic signs, or within the public right-of-way.
Temporary garage sale signs are allowed on the host private property and, with written permission, on other private property. Lowell prohibits attaching signs to utility poles, street trees, traffic control devices, or any city-owned property under standard right-of-way rules. Signs placed on tree lawns or other parts of the public right-of-way can be removed by DPW without notice. Signs must not obstruct sight lines at intersections or block pedestrian paths. All signs must be removed within 24 hours after the sale ends, and the host is responsible for signs posted by third parties advertising the sale. Repeat offenders may receive non-criminal tickets.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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