Arlington Heights permits holiday displays and seasonal decorations on residential property with minimal restrictions. Decorations may be displayed for a reasonable period before and after the holiday. Electrical displays must comply with safety standards. Displays that create noise, traffic, or light nuisances for neighbors may be subject to code enforcement.
The Village of Arlington Heights does not specifically regulate holiday displays or seasonal decorations on residential property beyond general property maintenance and safety standards. Residents may display holiday decorations including lights, inflatables, yard figures, and other seasonal items. There is no specific ordinance limiting the number, type, or duration of holiday decorations, though the Village generally expects decorations to be displayed for a reasonable period surrounding the applicable holiday. Electrical holiday lighting and displays must be installed safely using outdoor-rated equipment and connections. Extension cords and electrical connections must not create trip hazards on sidewalks or in the public right-of-way. Inflatable displays must be secured to prevent wind damage. Decorations must not obstruct sight lines at intersections or driveways. Excessive lighting that constitutes light trespass onto neighboring properties may be addressed under the Village's nuisance provisions. Sound-producing decorations are subject to the Village's noise ordinance, particularly during quiet hours. Decorations that become damaged or deteriorated should be removed or repaired. The Village does not regulate the content or religious nature of holiday displays on private property.
Holiday decorations rarely result in code enforcement action. Decorations creating safety hazards, excessive noise, or significant light trespass may result in a complaint-driven notice from Code Enforcement at (847) 368-5200. Decorations left in place for unreasonable periods after a holiday may be cited under property maintenance standards.
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