Residential holiday decorations (lights, inflatables, religious symbols) are broadly permitted without a permit. Temporary displays may exceed normal sign size limits but must not create traffic hazards, block sightlines, or violate light-trespass rules.
WP Code sign chapter exempts holiday decorations from permit requirements, consistent with First Amendment protections for personal/religious expression on private property. Decorations are expected to be removed within a reasonable period (typically 30-60 days) after the holiday. Commercial holiday displays and public-property displays have separate standards.
White Plains, NY
Commercial vehicles over 10,000 lbs GVW cannot park overnight on residential streets. Delivery and service trucks allowed during active work only; daytime co...
White Plains, NY
Recreational vehicles, boats, and trailers cannot be stored on streets. Residential zoning restricts storage in driveways and front yards — typically rear or...
White Plains, NY
Driveway curb cuts and aprons require a permit from Public Works. Parking across the sidewalk or blocking pedestrian path is prohibited. Surfaces must be pav...
White Plains, NY
Retaining walls over 4 ft high (measured from bottom of footing to top of wall) require a Building Department permit and engineered drawings. Walls supportin...
White Plains, NY
White Plains prohibits chickens, roosters, and livestock in residential zones. City is urban/suburban and not zoned for agricultural use. No backyard chicken...
White Plains, NY
White Plains enforces the New York State Property Maintenance Code (19 NYCRR Part 1225) and Fire Code through its Department of Building. Single- or multiple...
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