Denver does not require a permit for residential garage or yard sales. There is no official annual limit under Denver city code. Colorado has no statewide garage sale permit law. Check your HOA rules — many Denver-area planned communities restrict sales. Aurora, Lakewood, Thornton, and other suburbs are separate cities with potentially different rules.
Denver, CO Garage Sale Rules at a Glance
| Rule | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Permit required? | No |
| Permit fee | Free |
| Annual limit | No city limit |
| Maximum duration | No city limit |
| Sign rules | No signs on public right-of-way or utility poles |
Frequently Asked Questions
No — the City and County of Denver does not require a permit for residential garage or yard sales.
These are separate cities. Aurora is one of the most populous cities in Colorado and may have its own rules. Check the specific city where your address is located.
Denver imposes no official annual limit on residential garage sales.
Colorado exempts casual sales of used personal household goods from state sales tax. If you sell more than $100,000 in a year (unlikely for a garage sale), different rules apply.