Step 1 of 3 — Location
What state are you in?
Step 2 of 3 — City
What city or county are you in?
We have specific data for 50+ cities. If yours isn't in our database, we'll give you state-level guidance and a next step.
Step 3 of 3 — Annual Count
How many garage sales have you held at this address in 2025 so far?
This affects whether you're still within your city's annual limit.
Your Personalized Result
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How the Wizard Works
The Permit Wizard checks your state and city against a database of 50+ US cities with verified permit rules — requirements, fees, annual limits, sign rules, and direct application links where available. If your city isn't in our database yet, you'll receive state-level guidance and a next step to find your specific rules.
Not finding your city? Check the City Lookup Table — it lists all covered cities in one sortable view. Or use our state pages: Texas · California · Florida · All States
After You Get Your Result
- If a permit is required, click the "Apply for Permit" link in your result to go directly to the official city portal.
- Note your permit number — if your city requires it on signs (like Douglas County GA and LA), write it on every sign.
- Download the Day-Of Compliance Checklist — print it and tape it to your folding table.