Light Pollution and Reduction

(2 points)

Intent

Minimize negative effects on nocturnal environments and human health and functioning, reduce sky-glow, and increase nighttime visibility by reducing light trespass within the city.

Requirements

CITIES, COMMUNITIES

Street lighting in the city or community must meet the requirements of Section on Glare and Sky-Glow requirements of ‘ANSI/IESNA RP-8-14 Roadway Lighting’ or local equivalent.

AND

CITIES

Adopt a lighting ordinance for the city conforming to the Section II to VI of the Model Lighting Ordinance (MLO), 2011 developed jointly by the International Dark Sky Association and Illuminating Engineering Society.

Reference: STAR Communities BE-1: Ambient Noise & Light

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