McKinney, TX Sign Regulations: Holiday Displays (2026)
Key Facts
- Permit
- Not required
- Time Limits
- None (city)
- HOA Typical
- 30 days post-holiday
- Noise
- Quiet hours apply
Summary
McKinney does not regulate seasonal holiday displays on residential property. Lights, inflatables, and decorations are permitted without permits provided they do not obstruct sight lines or create safety hazards.
Sec. 202.012. FLAG DISPLAY. (a) A property owners' association may not, except as provided in this section, adopt or enforce a dedicatory instrument provision that prohibits, restricts, or has the effect of prohibiting or restricting an owner from the display of:(1) the flag of the United States of America;(2) the flag of the State of Texas; or(3) an official or replica flag of any branch of the United States armed forces.(b) A property owners' association may adopt or enforce reasonable dedicatory instrument provisions:(1) that require:(A) the flag of the United States be displayed in accordance with 4 U.S.C. Sections 5-10;(B) the flag of the State of Texas be displayed in accordance with Chapter 3100, Government Code;(C) a flagpole attached to a dwelling or
Full Breakdown
No time limits on holiday displays, though HOAs in master-planned communities typically require removal within 30 days after the holiday. Displays cannot encroach on public sidewalks or rights-of-way. Extension cords across sidewalks must be covered or elevated to prevent tripping. Noise from animated displays subject to noise ordinance after 10 PM.
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