A. The purpose of this Chapter is to provide regulations for outdoor lighting that will:
1. Permit the use of outdoor lighting that does not exceed the minimum levels specified in IES recommended practices or this Chapter 19 for night-time safety, utility, security, productivity, enjoyment, and commerce.
2. Minimize adverse offsite impacts of lighting such as light trespass, and obtrusive light.
3. Curtail light pollution, reduce skyglow and improve the nighttime environment.
4. Help protect the natural environment from the adverse effects of night lighting.
5. Conserve energy and resources to the greatest extent possible.
B. All zoning lots in all existing zoning districts and in all zoning districts that shall be created after the effective date of this Chapter 19 shall comply with the provisions of this Chapter 19 unless specifically exempted herein.
C. For organization and clarity, references are made within this Chapter 19 to non-residence zoning districts (Section 9-6 - Section 9-9C) and residence zoning districts (Section 9-5). These zoning districts are defined in Section 9-4. (Ord. 1965-19, 9-23-2019)