Sanger, CA Sign Regulations: Holiday Displays (2026)

The City of Sanger does not specifically regulate holiday displays on private residential property. Seasonal decorations including lights, inflatables, yard figures, and nativity scenes are treated as temporary displays exempt from the sign ordinance. No permit is required for residential holiday decorations. However, displays must not encroach on public sidewalks, obstruct traffic sight lines at intersections, or extend into the public right-of-way without approval. Electrical connections for outdoor holiday lighting must use weather-rated extension cords and equipment rated for outdoor use. Overloading electrical circuits with holiday lighting is a fire hazard, and the Sanger Fire Department may issue warnings for unsafe electrical setups. Rooftop decorations must be installed safely without damaging the roof structure. Commercial properties displaying holiday decorations may be subject to different standards under the sign ordinance if the display includes commercial messaging. Sound-producing decorations must comply with the city noise ordinance, particularly during quiet hours (typically 10 PM to 7 AM). HOAs may impose additional restrictions on holiday displays, but California courts have generally protected reasonable seasonal decorations under free expression principles.