The following are exempt from the requirements of this chapter:
(A) Decorative seasonal lighting shall be removed after 90 days or as directed by the city;
(B) (1) Lighting for one- and two-family dwellings, provided the following conditions are met:
(a) Luminary and lamp power usage does not exceed 100 watts;
(b) Luminaries are shielded, cutoff type or aimed so as to prevent direct glare and light trespass; and
(c) The lighting level at the property line shall not exceed the maximum level permitted by this chapter, except as noted below.
(2) The maximum lighting level at the property line may be exceeded in cases where the luminary is controlled by a motion senor and the luminary does not operate continuously for a period exceeding ten minutes.
(C) Luminous tube lighting;
(D) Internally illuminated signs constructed from translucent materials;
(E) Temporary emergency lighting used by police, firefighters, or other emergency services, as well as all vehicular luminaries;
(F) Hazard warning luminaries, which are required by federal and state regulatory agencies;
(G) Residential party lights for social gatherings. Such outdoor lighting may include, but not limited to, string lights and lanterns and are considered as temporary and shall be removed within 24 hours after the gathering has ended; and
(H) State or city-constructed street, sidewalk or right-of-way projects.
(Ord. O-2008-025, passed 9-9-08)