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Sign Regulations in Cambridge, MA (2026)

3 verified sign regulations for Cambridge, Massachusetts, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

Verified from official government sources

Political Signs

Political signs on private residential property in Cambridge are allowed with size and setback limits and no permit. Signs on public property, poles, or tree-belts are prohibited.

Cambridge Political Sign Rules

Few Restrictions

Garage Sale Signs

Cambridge allows temporary yard sale signs only on the sale property itself. Signs on utility poles, trees, or public right-of-way are prohibited and removed by DPW.

Cambridge Garage Sale Signs

Some Restrictions

Holiday Displays

Holiday lights and decorations on private property in Cambridge do not require a permit. Displays must not obstruct sidewalks, flash to distract drivers, or create glare onto neighbors.

Cambridge Holiday Display Rules

Few Restrictions

Looking for Middlesex County county-wide rules?

County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Cambridge city rules.

Sign Regulations in Middlesex County