Aurora prohibits exterior signs, displays, or advertising for home occupations. No outside indication of the business is allowed from the street or neighboring property.
Aurora's home occupation standards in UDO Section 146-4.7.4 explicitly require that there be no external evidence of the home business, including signs, displays, lighting, or advertising visible from the exterior of the dwelling or from any public street. This means commercial flags, window decals, A-frames, vehicle wraps parked in the driveway, or flashing lights associated with the business are prohibited. The only permitted address indicator is the standard street address. Vehicles used for the business may be parked at the residence if they are passenger-class vehicles; heavy commercial vehicles, trailers over one ton, or vehicles with large wraps advertising the business generally may not be stored on site. Online presence, business cards, and mailed advertising are unrestricted. Violations are enforced by the Planning Department through a notice of zoning violation with compliance deadlines and potential municipal court penalties.
Specific penalty amounts for this ordinance are not published in a publicly accessible fine schedule. Contact Aurora code enforcement directly for current fines, enforcement procedures, and hearing options.
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