(A) Wall or roof lighting may be used to illuminate the pedestrian walkways, entrance areas, loading docks, and yard areas within 20 feet of the building. No wall or roof lighting may be used to illuminate areas for motor vehicle parking or access.
(B) Any open area used for motor vehicle parking, storage or access must be illuminated with free-standing luminaires.
(C) Free-standing luminaire regulations:
(1) Height maximums, as measured from the average elevation of the finished grade within ten feet of the structure or fixture to the highest point of the luminaire (including the support structure) may be as follows:
(2) Within 500 feet of any property zoned residential: 15 feet including any base or support structures.
(3) Farther than 500 feet from any property zoned residential: 25 feet.
(4) Cut-off angles must be equal to or less than 90°.
(D) Low-pressure sodium fixtures may only be used for: single-family, duplex, and townhouse developments.
(E) Lighting intensity must adhere to the following:
Figure 152.111.01 Required Minimum and Maximum Light Intensities (as measured in foot candles at the ground level) | |||
Use | Minimum Intensity | Maximum Intensity | Maximum Intensity at Property Line |
Parking areas for non-residential uses | 1 | 15 | .5 |
Private sidewalks and other pedestrian walkways | 10 | 20 | .5 |
Building entrances and exits | 10 | 20 | .5 |
Exterior storage areas | NA | 15 | .5 |
Non-specified uses - For uses not specifically listed above, light requirements may be computed by the City Manager | |||
(Ord. 2000-936; Am. Ord. 2001-961, passed 11-26-01)