Garage sale signs in Thousand Oaks may be placed on the seller's property during the sale. Signs are not permitted on utility poles, traffic signs, medians, or public right-of-way. All signs must be removed immediately after the sale ends.
Under TOMC Chapter 9 sign regulations, temporary garage sale signs may be displayed on the property where the sale is taking place. Signs placed in the public right-of-way, on utility poles, traffic control devices, or city property are prohibited and will be removed. Directional signs on other private property require the property owner's permission. Signs should not obstruct traffic visibility at intersections or driveways. There are no specific size limits stated for garage sale signs, but they should be reasonable for the residential context. Signs may be displayed only during the days of the sale and must be removed immediately afterward. The city periodically removes illegally placed signs from public areas.
Signs placed illegally in the public right-of-way will be removed by the city. Repeated violations may result in fines. The city is not required to store or return confiscated signs.
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