§ 16-77. Exterior lighting.

(a)

Definitions.

(1)

Glare is the effect produced by a light source within the visual field that is sufficiently brighter than the level to which the eyes are adapted, to cause annoyance, discomfort, or loss of visual performance and ability of reasonable persons of ordinary sensitivities.

(2)

Light trespass is the light emitted by a lighting installation that falls outside the boundaries of the property on which it is installed or light that falls outside of the boundaries of the property on which the lighting installation is sited and produces glare.

(b)

Exterior lighting on private property. It shall be unlawful for either the owner or occupant of a building structure or property to permit either primary or secondary glare (both direct and reflective) for viewers on other properties in any residential zoning district, residentially developed property or on adjacent street rights of way. Glare shall be corrected or avoided by reducing the intensity of the light source and/or by the use of directional lighting or shading devices.

(c)

Exemptions. The following conditions are exempted from the standards set forth in subsection (b) above:

(1)

Welding, new construction, and repairs of facilities.

(2)

All lighting required by state and/or federal agencies.

(3)

Lighting used solely during an emergency.

(4)

Temporary seasonal displays using multiple low wattage bulbs, provided that they do not constitute a fire hazard, create a nuisance, and are maintained in a safe condition.

(Ord. No. 78-11, § 1, 10-4-11)