Salem's sign code (UDC Chapter 900) exempts small residential temporary signs — including garage sale signs — from permit requirements. Signs must be on private property, comply with size limits, and be removed promptly after the sale ends.
Salem Unified Development Code Chapter 900 (Sign Code), particularly Section 900.040 on sign variances and exemptions, governs temporary signs. Small temporary signs on residential property advertising short-term events such as garage sales are permit-exempt. Temporary residential signs must remain on private property and may not be placed in the public right-of-way, on utility poles, or on traffic control devices. The sign code was amended effective January 3, 2024 (Code Amendment CA23-03). Enforcement is by Code Enforcement.
Unpermitted or improperly placed signs may be removed by the city and constitute a code violation. Repeat or uncorrected violations can result in civil penalties under SRC enforcement provisions.
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