How many garage sales can you have per year in Hamtramck?

2 permits per person in any 12-month period (includes non-profits)

Can I put up garage sale signs in Hamtramck?

No signs on public property; up to 2 signs on private property with the owner's consent; remove all signs within 24 hours after the sale

Yes — Hamtramck requires a garage sale permit ($5).

Permit required: Yes
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Permit fee: $5
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Where to apply: City Clerk
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Sales allowed per year: 2 permits per person in any 12-month period (includes non-profits)
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Max days per sale: 3 days
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Sign rules: No signs on public property; up to 2 signs on private property with the owner's consent; remove all signs within 24 hours after the sale
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Other rules: Permit must be posted at the sale so the public can see it; no overnight outdoor storage of sale goods; covers garage, lawn, attic, rummage, yard, basement and flea market sales
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Rules can change — confirm with Hamtramck before your sale.

Post it free — 16 sales are already listed in and around Hamtramck.

Do you need a permit for a garage sale in Hamtramck?: Yes. Hamtramck requires a garage sale permit (fee: $5). Apply at: City Clerk.
How much is a garage sale permit in Hamtramck?: $5
How many garage sales can you have per year in Hamtramck?: 2 permits per person in any 12-month period (includes non-profits)
How long can a garage sale last in Hamtramck?: 3 days
Can I put up garage sale signs in Hamtramck?: No signs on public property; up to 2 signs on private property with the owner's consent; remove all signs within 24 hours after the sale