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Imperial County, CA Sign Regulations: Garage Sale Signs (2026)

Some Restrictions
Compiled from the official code textEditor Martyn O'NeillLast verified September 2026

Key Facts

Max sign size
9 square feet
Removal deadline
immediately, no later than 24 hrs
Late-removal fine
$50
Utility poles
signs prohibited
Private property signs
need owner's permission

Summary

Directional garage-sale signs in unincorporated Imperial County top out at nine square feet, must come down within 24 hours of the sale, and cannot be nailed to a utility pole.

These county ordinances apply to unincorporated areas of Imperial County. Incorporated cities within the county may have their own rules that take precedence over county-level regulations.

E. Directional signs shall be removed immediately after sale ends. F. Directional signs shall not exceed nine square feet. G. Directional signs may be placed on public right-of-way provided they do not interfere with traffic. H. Directional signs on private property shall have property owners (not tenants) permission. I. Directional or other signs not removed within twenty-four (24) hours after sale ends shall be fined fifty dollars ($50.00). J. No signs shall be posted on utility posts/pole, or other highway information or directional sign.

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Official source re-checked September 7, 2026: no newer edition of the code had been published (publisher’s edition: Code of Ordinances: Supplement 62 - 9-25).

Full Breakdown

County code lets garage/yard sale hosts post directional signs without a permit, but caps them at nine square feet. Signs can go on the public right-of-way if they don't block traffic, and on private property only with the owner's (not a tenant's) permission. Every sign must come down immediately when the sale ends, and any left up more than 24 hours draw a flat fine. Utility poles and highway directional signs are off-limits outright.

Violations & Fines

A directional sign still up more than 24 hours after the sale ends is fined $50 flat; posting on a utility pole or highway sign is barred and, like other Section 90502.14 violations, is a misdemeanor.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I put a garage-sale sign on the road shoulder?
Yes, on the public right-of-way, as long as it doesn't interfere with traffic; a sign on private property needs the property owner's permission.
What if I forget to take my sign down?
The county can fine you $50 if a directional sign is still up more than 24 hours after the sale ends.

Sources & Official References

Other rules in Imperial County

Noise Ordinances: Quiet HoursSome RestrictionsWindow SignsFew RestrictionsPolitical SignsSome RestrictionsDigital BillboardsSignificant RestrictionsNoise Ordinances: Decibel LimitsSome RestrictionsNoise Ordinances: Barking DogsSome RestrictionsNoise Ordinances: Amplified Music & Outdoor SoundSome RestrictionsParking Rules: Abandoned VehiclesSome RestrictionsParking Rules: Commercial & Oversized VehiclesSignificant Restrictions

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