Holiday Decorations in Iowa (2026)

2 rules on the books across Iowa, 2 cities and counties. Select a rule to read the full details.

Severity: Few Restrictions · Light Restrictions · Some Restrictions · Significant Restrictions · Heavy Restrictions

Lawn Ornament Rules

Year-round lawn decoration rules: statuary, religious displays, political signs (covered separately), and what triggers HOA architectural review.

Iowa City's sign code excludes seasonal decorations entirely, so a lit lawn display never needs a sign permit. The…

The City of Dubuque does not cap the size, number, or duration of holiday or seasonal yard displays. City Code §…