Holiday lights and decorative displays are permitted in Dublin without a permit. Displays should be removed within a reasonable time after the holiday (typically 30-45 days) to comply with property maintenance standards.
Residential holiday decorations (Christmas lights, inflatables, Halloween displays, other seasonal) are considered temporary ornamental displays, not signs, and are not regulated by the sign code. Dublin property maintenance standards expect timely removal (commonly within 30-45 days after the holiday). Excessive brightness that spills substantially onto neighbors may be addressed as a nuisance. Commercial displays and any display with commercial messaging are treated as signs and must comply with the sign code. No permit required for typical residential holiday displays.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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