Holiday Decorations in Aurora, CO (2026)
3 verified holiday decorations rules for Aurora, Colorado, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
Holiday Light Rules
Aurora has no ordinance limiting the duration, brightness, or hours of residential holiday lighting on private property. The Aurora UDO Section 146-4.9 (Exterior Lighting) regulates commercial and multifamily lighting and applies generally to nuisance light trespass, but does not impose take-down deadlines or color rules on single-family residences. Amplified outdoor sound synced to lights must comply with Aurora City Code 94-107 (Unnecessary Noise). HOA CC&Rs in deed-restricted neighborhoods typically set firmer rules.
Holiday Light Rules in Aurora
Few RestrictionsInflatable Display Rules
Aurora has no ordinance specifically regulating residential inflatable holiday displays. Size, motor noise, and lighting hours are not capped by the city for private property displays. The constraints are generally applicable: Aurora City Code 94-107 (Unnecessary Noise) for blower motors after 10 pm, UDO 146-4.4 sight-distance requirements at corner lots, and Title 12 right-of-way rules if placed on the public sidewalk. HOA CC&Rs typically impose stricter limits.
Inflatable Display Rules in Aurora
Few RestrictionsLawn Ornament Rules
Aurora imposes no general restriction on year-round lawn ornaments, statuary, or religious displays on private residential property. The Sign Code in UDO 146-4.8 exempts non-commercial residential displays from permit and size requirements. Political signs receive First Amendment protection and are governed by UDO 146-4.8 limits. HOA CC&Rs in deed-restricted neighborhoods often add architectural-review requirements that the city does not.
Lawn Ornament Rules in Aurora
Few RestrictionsLooking for Arapahoe County county-wide rules?
County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Aurora city rules.
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