Do I need a notary for the Garage Sale Permit Application?

No. This application has no notary block or notarized attachment; the applicant signs and initials it.

How do I submit the Garage Sale Permit Application?

The application lists a $25 fee but does not give a submission address or contact. Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

What information does the application request?

It asks for applicant and property owner contact information, the garage sale address and dates, past sale dates at the property, and the applicant’s connection to others who conducted prior sales.

What does the application say about garage sale signs?

It says signs may not be placed on utility poles or trees and must be removed after the sale. It warns that a double fee will apply to the next garage sale if signs are not removed.

South Houston, TX · Harris County

No notary required

Garage Sale Permit Application

South Houston residents use this application to request a garage sale permit and provide sale, property, applicant, and prior-sale information.

What this form is

This application lets an applicant request a permit for a garage sale at a specified property. It asks for applicant and owner contact details, the sale address and dates, past garage sale dates at that property, and the applicant’s relationship to others who conducted prior sales. It also states a $25 fee and explains restrictions on sale signs and permit refunds.

Who needs it

Residents applying to hold a garage sale at a South Houston property should complete this permit application.

How to submit it

The application lists a $25 fee. Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

About notarization

This application is signed without a notary; it lists no sworn or notarized attachment, so the applicant signs and initials it.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Application
Download the Garage Sale Permit Application PDF.
2
Complete The Application
Print clearly and fill in applicant, property, garage sale date, and prior-sale information.
3
Review The Fee And Terms
Note the listed $25 fee and read the instructions about permit refunds and garage sale signs.
4
Submit The Application
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for the Garage Sale Permit Application?: No. This application has no notary block or notarized attachment; the applicant signs and initials it.
How do I submit the Garage Sale Permit Application?: The application lists a $25 fee but does not give a submission address or contact. Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
What information does the application request?: It asks for applicant and property owner contact information, the garage sale address and dates, past sale dates at the property, and the applicant’s connection to others who conducted prior sales.
What does the application say about garage sale signs?: It says signs may not be placed on utility poles or trees and must be removed after the sale. It warns that a double fee will apply to the next garage sale if signs are not removed.

Need something notarized?

This Garage Sale Permit Application doesn’t need a notary — but Texas residents can notarize other documents online with a commissioned online notary.