Code Compliance FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Am I allowed to put an “Open House” sign up?
One (1) “open house” sign, no larger than four (4) square feet may be erected on the property line where the open house is taking place. Such sign shall be removed at the completion of the open house and during non-supervised hours. No permit is required. (City Ordinance 02-11)
Am I responsible for sidewalk maintenance?
Property owners are responsible to maintain sidewalks and right-of-ways, and to keep all sidewalks free of grass, weeds, or other obstructions. Property owners shall control the overgrowth of bushes that may impede or delay public access to the sidewalk. (City Ordinance 98-19)
Are there any restrictions to garage/yard sale signs?
One sign is permitted on property where the actual garage sale is taking place. No sign shall be placed in any public right-of-way or on private property. (City Ordinance 01-15)
Are there any size restrictions for a “Model Home” sign?
Maximum size is 16 square feet. Maximum height is 6 feet as measured from finished grade around the base of the sign. (City Ordinance 02-15)
Are there any size restrictions for a “Model Home” sign?
Maximum size is 16 square feet. Maximum height is 6 feet as measured from finished grade around the base of the sign. (City Ordinance 02-15)
Can a flag be flown at a “Model Home” site?
One (1) American flag, attached to the home or upon an appropriate flagpole foundation is permitted. No other flags are allowed. (City Ordinance 02-15)
Can I attach an information sheet to my “For Sale” sign?
No additional riders or information boxes shall be affixed to the “For Sale” sign. (City Ordinance 02-11)
Can I have “For Sale” and a “Model Home” signs on the same property?
No other signs, including real estate, open house and construction signs shall be placed on the property on which a model home sign is erected. (City Ordinance 02-15)
Can I park my RV in my driveway/property?
You may park your RV in the driveway as long as it does not block the sidewalk with a City permit affixed to the vehicle in a conspicuous place. You may obtain a 7-day permit at Marco Island Police Department at no charge. You are allowed 28 days per calendar year for RV parking, however not consecutive. NOTE: All applications are required to have a City-authorized signature to be effective. (City Ordinance 01-15)
Can I park my trailer in my driveway/yard?
You may park your trailer (boat/sea doo/jet ski) for 8 hours for the purpose of loading, unloading or cleaning.
Can I park my vehicle for sale in a public parking lot?
No vehicle for sale shall be parked on a vacant residential lot or in the public right-of-way. (City Ordinance 01-15)
Can I put a “For Sale” sign in the swale?
Signs may be placed at the property line of the subject property. Signs are not allowed within the public right-of-way; signs may be located either parallel to or perpendicular to the adjacent right-of-way; no sign will be located any closer than ten (10) feet to the edge of the pavement of any adjacent public street. (City Ordinance 02-11)
Can I put a “For Sale” sign up in my front yard when selling my home?
One (1) ground or wall “For Sale” or “For Rent” sign is permissible for each lot having street frontage. If a lot also has frontage on a navigable water body or a golf course, one (1) additional sign shall be permitted. (City Ordinance 02-11)
Can I put a “Model Home” sign in the swale?
Signs may be placed at the property line of the subject property. Signs are not allowed within the public right-of-way; signs may be located either parallel to or perpendicular to the adjacent right-of-way; no sign will be located any closer than ten (10) feet to the edge of the pavement of any adjacent public street. (City Ordinance 02-15)
Can I use plywood as a sign?
Plywood is not permissible as a finished sign face. Signs and any supporting structure shall be constructed of CBS, wood (with raised or engraved letters), stone metal, or durable opaque plastic.
Can my “For Sale” sign be double sided?
Signs may be double-faced, provided each sign face contains the same copy. The real estate agent’s name is not required to be the same on each side of the sign. (City Ordinance 02-11)
Can you live in an RV parked at your home?
No sleeping or living activities are allowed within the vehicle while parked. (City Ordinance 01-15)
How many directional signs am I allowed for an “Open House”?
Three right-of-way directional signs are allowed during a supervised open house and shall be placed at the intersection of any streets providing access to the open house and may only be placed in the right-of-way (along the sidewalk or in the swale) of the intersection of said streets. No other off-site signs shall be permitted. Such sign shall be removed at the completion of the open house and during non-supervised hours and no later than 6:00 pm or sunset, whichever occurs earlier. No intersection shall contain more than one directional sign for each supervised open house. (City Ordinance 07-12)
How many signs are allowed at a “Model Home” site?
One on-premise sign for a model home or sales center in conjunction with an approved temporary use permit is permitted. (City Ordinance 02-15)
How many times a year can I have a garage/yard sale?
You are allowed 1 garage/yard sale per calendar year. You can obtain a 2-day permit at City Hall. NOTE: All applications are required to have a City-authorized signature to be effective. (City Ordinance 01-15)
How soon after the sale of my property does the “For Sale” or “For Rent” need to come down?
Signs shall be removed within seven (7) days after the ownership has changed or the property is no longer for sale or rent. (City Ordinance 02-11)
How tall do weeds/grass need to be to avoid violation?
Anything over 15” is a violation. (City Ordinance 98-19)
If I have a bulk pickup (couch, refrigerator, yard waste, etc.) who do I call?
You need to contact Waste Management prior to bulk/recycle pickup day to make arrangements. (239) 252-2380. You may place your receptacles outside after 6:00 p.m. the night before pickup and you must have them removed by 7:00 p.m. the day of pickup
Is my realtors name allowed on the “For Sale” sign?
You are allowed to have any of the following two (2) on your “For Sale’ sign: name, address, telephone number, website address of the property owner and/or real estate broker and/or investment company or business firm licensed to sell real estate in Florida and/or salesperson or real estate broker. (City Ordinance 02-11)
Is there a certain color the “For Sale” sign has to be?
A suggested sign background color is white. The lettering can be of any color and 20% of the sign face may include the display of a logo, which may include multiple colors. (City Ordinance 02-11)
Is there a certain color the “Model Home” sign has to be?
No, but a suggested background color is white. The lettering can be of any color and 20% of the sign face may include the display of a logo, which may include multiple colors. (City Ordinance 02-15)
Is there a permit required to sell my vehicle?
One (1) 14-day permit per property per calendar year may be issued to display a vehicle “For Sale” sign affixed to the window. Permits shall only be issued to the title-holder of the vehicle who shall either be the owner of the subject property or able to produce an affidavit of permission from the property owner. NOTE: All applications are required to have a City-authorized signature to be effective. (City Ordinance 01-15)
Is there any place I can park my boat/sea doo/jet ski trailer on my property?
You may park your trailer (boat/sea doo/jet ski) on your property for permanent parking if parked within the confines of a fully enclosed structure that the trailer cannot be seen from any abutting property, public roadway or waterway.
Once my home is sold can I place a “Sold” or “Pending” sign to the “For Sale” sign?
Yes, until closing is complete. (City Ordinance 02-11)
What are the water restrictions for Marco Island?
What days are designated for trash pick up and who is in charge?
Monday and Thursdays are trash pick up and Waste Management (Collier County) is the vendor and can be reached at 252-2380.
What days are recycled and/or bulk items picked up?
Recyclables are picked up on Thursdays only.
What if my vehicle has expired tags?
Any vehicle offered for sale must have a valid license plate and be parked on the driveway or an impervious surface intended for vehicle parking. The permit must be clearly affixed to the window. (City Ordinance 01-15)
What information can be placed on a “Model Home” sign?
You may place the name of the model; name, address, phone number and logo of the developer/builder; name, address, phone number and logo of the real estate company/broker, investment company of business firm licensed to sell real estate in Florida; signs may be double-faced, provided each sign face contains the same copy. No additional riders or information boxes shall be affixed to this sign. (City Ordinance 02-15)
What is the clearance needed for trees over sidewalks?
Trees over sidewalks need to have a 7.5 foot clearance. (City Ordinance 98-19)
What size can the “For Sale” or “For Rent” sign be?
Residential single-family: 1.5 square feet; residential multi-family: Four (4) square feet; non-residential: Four (4) square feet. Maximum height is three (3) feet as measured from finished grade around the base of the sign. (City Ordinance 02-11)
When should I place my receptacles outside?
You may place your receptacles outside after 6:00 p.m. the night before pickup and you must have them removed by 7:00 p.m. the day of pickup.
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