Holiday Decorations in Dallas, TX (2026)
1 verified holiday decorations rules for Dallas, Texas, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
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Lawn Ornament Rules
Dallas's sign code defines 'sign' to exclude temporary holiday decorations, so seasonal yard displays, inflatables, and lighted ornaments don't need a sign permit or have to meet the size, illumination or setback standards Article 51A-7 imposes on commercial and advertising signs. Sec. 51A-7.102(32)(C) of the Dallas Development Code is the exemption.
Dallas Exempts Holiday Decorations From Sign Rules
Few RestrictionsDallas City Code Sec. 51A-7.102(32)
(32) SIGN means any device, flag, light, figure, picture, letter, word, message, symbol, plaque, poster, display, design, painting, drawing, billboard, wind device, or other thing visible from outside the premise on which it is located and that is designed, intended, or used to inform or advertise to persons not on that premise. This definition does not include: (A) searchlights and landscape...
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