Aurora does not have specific restrictions on residential holiday displays beyond general safety standards. Lighting should not create hazards. Electrical connections must be safe. Inflatable decorations are generally permitted.
Aurora does not have a specific ordinance restricting residential holiday displays. General safety standards apply including proper electrical connections, not obstructing sidewalks or traffic visibility, and not creating fire hazards. Inflatable decorations, lighting displays, and seasonal decorations are generally permitted on private property. HOA communities may have additional rules about holiday decoration timing, size, and appearance. The city encourages responsible decoration practices. Commercial-scale displays on residential property may draw code enforcement attention.
Electrical hazard: fire code enforcement. Obstructing sidewalks: code violation. Excessive commercial scale: investigation.
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