A. Intent: It is the intent of this subsection to encourage lighting practices and systems that minimize light pollution, glare and light trespass, conserve energy and resources, and maintain nighttime safety and utility while ensuring the enjoyment of a starry night for all members of the community.
All site lighting shall be shielded and/or directed in such a manner that it illuminates only the user's premises and does not spill over into neighboring residential areas so as to interfere with the peaceful enjoyment of the residential properties.
B. Site Illumination Plan: A site illumination plan shall be submitted with each site plan review application which includes:
1. All proposed exterior lighting in relation to existing and proposed buildings, trees, landscaping, parking areas;
2. Proposed mounting height and placement of all exterior lighting fixtures.
3. Compliance with the adopted international building code standards.
C. Lighting Installations: Lighting installations shall include timers, dimmers and/or sensors to reduce overall energy consumption and eliminate unneeded lighting.
D. Architectural Feature Lighting: Architectural feature lighting including wall washers spotlights are permitted. All building entrances should be well lit to provide inviting access and safety.
E. Nonconforming Fixtures: Except where otherwise noted, all outdoor lighting fixtures existing and legally installed and operative before the effective date of this chapter are exempt from the requirements of this subsection. Whenever a nonconforming fixture is replaced, upgraded or moved, the replacement fixture shall meet the requirements of this section. (Ord. 2014-05, 4-17-2014)