You do not need a permit to have a garage sale in Lawrence. There are guidelines on where signage can be placed to advertise a garage sale at your residence. Each residence is allowed to hold two garage sales per calendar year.
The only allowable placement of a garage sale sign is on the property which is having the sale. The sign must be no larger than 4 sq. ft. (2’x2′) and should not exceed 42-inches in height. Signs cannot be placed within the street right-of-way (the area between the curb and the sidewalk). The sign may be posted for the duration of the garage sale, typically 5 p.m. on Friday to 5 p.m. on Sunday. Illegal signs will be confiscated.
One directional sign may be placed on private property with the owner’s permission (an arrow sign signaling the direction of the sale placed at an intersection, etc.).
For specific information, please contact Development Services, (785) 832-7700.