Holiday lights and decorations are permitted in residential areas without permit. PBC has no time restrictions on display duration but excessive light spillover or traffic-causing displays may trigger nuisance complaints.
Palm Beach County does not regulate holiday displays on private residential property. No permit is required. Decorative seasonal lighting is exempt from PBC Sign Code (ULDC Article 8). However, lights must comply with sea turtle lighting ordinances (PBC Code §17-247) in coastal areas during turtle nesting season (March 1-October 31), where lights visible from the beach must be shielded, low-wattage, or amber/red wavelength. Excessive displays causing traffic hazards may be cited as public nuisance.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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