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Holiday Decorations in Rochester Hills, MI (2026)

1 verified holiday decorations rules for Rochester Hills, Michigan, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

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Lawn Ornament Rules

Rochester Hills exempts holiday decorations from the citywide exterior lighting standards that otherwise cap glare, shielding and hours of operation. Section 138-10.204.A lists holiday decorations first among six exempt lighting types, though the Building Director can still act if a display genuinely causes glare or light trespass for neighbors.

Rochester Hills Holiday Decoration Lighting Rule

Few Restrictions

Rochester Hills Zoning Ordinance § 138-10.204.A

The following exterior lighting types are exempt from the requirements of this Article, except that the Building Director may take steps to minimize glare, light trespass or light pollution impacts where determined to be necessary to protect the health, safety and welfare of the public: A.Holiday decorations.B.Pedestrian walkway lighting.C.Residential lighting.D.Instances where federal or state...

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