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Brevard County, FL Sign Regulations: Garage Sale Signs (2026)

Light Restrictions
Compiled from the official code textEditor Martyn O'NeillLast verified August 2026

Key Facts

Permit
Not required for garage sale signs
Max sign size
4 square feet
Max height
4 feet
Right-of-way setback
5 ft from pavement edge
Display window
Sale hours only, then removed

Summary

Brevard County exempts garage sale signs from sign permits, but directional signs in the road right-of-way are capped at 4 square feet, 4 feet tall, and must come down when the sale ends.

City-specific rules exist: Palm Bay has its own garage sale signs rules that differ from Brevard County's county-level regulations. If you live in Palm Bay, check the city-specific page instead.

Directional signs may be located in the county right-of-way to direct traffic to special events, garage sales and real estate model homes and open houses, subject to the following criteria:a.Size and construction—Special event and garage sale signs. Special event and garage sale directional signs may not exceed four square feet. Signs shall be constructed of durable, low-impact materials, such as lightweight metal, plastic or wood products.b.Size and construction—Model home and open house signs. Model home and open house directional signs may not exceed four square feet and shall be constructed of metal or similar durable material, principally supported by a freestanding frame placed in the ground. Industry sponsored, multilocation real estate competitions shall be considered special events for the purposes of this subsection.c.Maximum height. The height of the sign, measured from the ground to the top of the sign, shall not exceed four feet.d.Setback. Signs shall be set back at least five feet from the edge of pavement or the face of curb where applicable. Signs shall not be located closer than 25 feet from any intersecting right-of-way lines and shall not be placed in the median.e.Time limitation. Signs may be displayed only during actual hours of operation.

Source: Brevard County Code of Ordinances (Municode)View official code

Official source re-checked September 7, 2026: no newer edition of the code had been published (publisher’s edition: Code of Ordinances: Supplement 135).

Full Breakdown

Garage sale signs are exempt from Brevard County's building/electrical sign permit under Code § 62-3307(10), but placement in the county right-of-way is tightly bounded under § 62-3317(2): each directional sign tops out at 4 square feet and 4 feet tall, must sit at least 5 feet back from the pavement edge, stay 25 feet clear of any intersection, and never go in a median. Signs may be displayed only during the actual hours of the sale, and a maximum of six signs is allowed per sale location, one per named roadway.

Violations & Fines

Code enforcement can order oversized, mistimed, or improperly placed garage sale signs removed; right-of-way violations are treated as a public-safety hazard subject to removal without notice under § 62-3302(b).

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a permit for a garage sale sign in Brevard County?
No. County Code § 62-3307(10) exempts garage sale signs from the building/electrical sign permit, but they still must meet the size, placement and timing limits in § 62-3317(2).
Can I put a garage sale sign in the road right-of-way?
Yes, if it's 4 square feet or smaller, no taller than 4 feet, set back 5 feet from the pavement, and at least 25 feet from any intersection or median.
How long can a garage sale sign stay up?
Only during the actual hours the sale is running. Brevard's code requires directional garage sale signs to come down once the sale ends for the day, not left up overnight.

Sources & Official References

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