(a) New Construction. All construction initiated after the effective date of this chapter must meet the requirements set forth in this chapter and shall be reviewed for compliance with the provisions of this chapter by the Building Official. Supporting documentation may be required which specifies lamp wattage, luminaire description, mounting height and arrangement, shielding and placement details. A “Full Lighting Plan” shall be required as specified in Section 1165.04(a) and shall be provided to the Building Official as part of the permitting process.
(b) Existing Exterior Lighting. Existing exterior lighting that does not conform to the requirements of this chapter shall be brought into compliance as part of any addition to, modification of, and/or replacement of such lighting, except as provided in subsection (c) of this section.
(c) Permits. The Building Official may issue permits for minor replacements or extensions of exterior lighting systems without requiring a Full Lighting Plan and evidence of conformance with this chapter provided that:
(1) The residential lighting system was in existence prior to the effective date of this chapter;
(2) The total initial lumen rating of the proposed improvement does not exceed 2,500 lumens; and
(3) Not more than one such permit shall be issued per residential property during any consecutive 365-day period of time.
(d) Lighting Nuisance. Any exterior lighting which does not comply with this chapter is declared to be a public nuisance. Upon receipt of a lighting complaint, the Building Official shall investigate to determine compliance. If lighting is found to be in violation of this chapter, the Building Official shall proceed as set forth in Section 1165.09.
(Ord. 2016-23. Passed 10-10-16.)