Yard sale permits are only required within Baxley city limits. Unless waived by an act of the Mayor and Council or in accordance with the Yard Sale Ordinance, yard sale permits in the City of Baxley are $10. An individual can apply to have four (4) yard sales annually. A yard sale permit must be obtained from City Hall at least two (2) business days prior to the start date of the yard sale. To get a permit, a resident must provide the name, address and date(s) upon which the yard sale will be conducted. Residents who host a yard sale on their own property are not charged the $10 permit fee. Individuals that apply to host a yard sale on by someone other than themselves must provide written consent from the property owner. All yard sale applicants must be residents of Appling County.

Yard sales should not block the free flow of traffic or create a hazardous condition for vehicular traffic or pedestrians. Yard sale merchandise should be set back at least 10 ft from any sidewalk, curb or right of way and at least 5 feet from property lines. Any person holding a yard sale may erect no more than three temporary directional signs during the time of the yard sale. Signs must be no larger than two feet by three ft and must be removed within 24 hours of sale end.

For more information on yard sales or to get your permit contact City Hall at (912) 367-8300