1147.19 LIGHTING REGULATIONS.
   The purpose of this Section is to control the installation of exterior lighting fixtures to prevent light pollution in the forms of light trespass and glare and to preserve, protect and enhance the character of the City and the lawful nighttime use and enjoyment of property located within the City. Appropriate site lighting, including lights for signs and buildings, shall be arranged to provide safety, utility and security; and control light trespass and glare on adjacent properties and public roadways.
   (a)   General Requirements.
      (1)   Lighting shall be controlled to prevent direct lighting into the sky or on neighboring properties. Examples of methods to accomplish the use of fully shielded cut-off fixtures, directing light fixtures downward rather than upward, or shielding the light to reduce light emission from the fixture so it cannot be seen at a reasonable distance.
      (2)   Only fully shielded cut-off style light fixtures shall be permitted for security or to illuminate walkways, roadways, equipment yards or parking lots.
 
      (3)   Flashing, rotating, moving, and digital lights are prohibited.
      (4)   An outdoor light fixture shall not exceed a maximum height of 30 feet measured from the finish grade established not closer than 15 feet from the pole.
      (5)   The illumination level at the property line of a parcel adjacent to a residence shall not exceed one-foot candle power.
      (6)   In addition to the requirements set forth in this Section, outdoor light fixtures shall be installed in conformity with all other applicable provisions of the codified ordinances of the City of Chardon, Ohio.
      (7)   An outdoor light fixtures used to illuminate a sign or recreational facility or for decorative effects, such as building, landscape, or recreational field illumination, shall be equipped with an automatic timing device and shielded and focused to reduce light shining into the sky or upon neighboring properties.
      (8)   An outdoor light fixture installed and maintained upon private property within all zoning districts shall be turned off between 11:00 pm and sunrise, except when used for security purposes or to illuminate walkways and roadways.
      (9)   An illuminated sign for commercial purposes shall be turned off between 11:00 pm and sunrise, except that signs may be illuminated while the business facility is open to the public.
      (10)   Illuminated signs shall also comply with Chapter 1129 (Sign Regulations).
         (Ord. 2635. Passed 1-13-11.)