Rowlett, TX Sign Regulations: Garage Sale Signs (2026)

Rowlett's Garage Sale information page sets out the rules for occasional-sale signage. Residents may display garage sale signs on their own property, or on someone else's private property with the owner's consent, but city ordinances and public-safety concerns prohibit placing signs on public property. Public property includes street and road rights-of-way, and signs may not be placed on medians, trees, or utility poles. All garage sale signs must be removed within 48 hours after the sale has ended. These placement rules mirror the Rowlett Development Code (Chapter 77-500), which prohibits placing any sign in a public right-of-way or utility easement, within five feet of a utility line, or attached to a tree, public utility pole, or public structure. A permit is not required for a garage sale or other occasional sale (non-profit organizations are an exception and need a special event permit from the Fire Marshal's office). Residents are allowed up to three sales in a 12-month period, and each sale may last up to three consecutive calendar days. Sales are limited to personal property, and merchandise acquired solely for resale is not allowed. Following the placement and removal rules keeps signs from being removed by the City as prohibited right-of-way signage.