Garage sale signs are allowed on private property in Westerville but prohibited in the public right-of-way and on utility poles. Signs must be removed immediately after the sale ends. Max 4 square feet.
Codified Ordinance Chapter 1173 regulates temporary signs including garage sale, yard sale, and event signs. Allowed: one sign on the property conducting the sale up to 4 square feet; off-site directional signs require the express permission of the property owner where posted. Prohibited: signs on utility poles, tree lawns, traffic signs, in medians, or attached to public fixtures. Signs must not obstruct sight lines at intersections. Service Department crews remove illegal signs during weekly sweeps, especially on Monday mornings after weekend sales.
Illegal signs removed and disposed without notice. Repeat offenders cited for minor misdemeanor up to 150 dollars per sign.
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