(a) New Construction. All construction initiated after the effective date of this legislation must meet the requirements set forth herein and shall be reviewed for compliance with the provisions hereof by the Architectural Board of Review. Supporting documentation may be required which specifies lamp lumens, luminaire description, mounting height and arrangement, shielding and placement details. A "Full Lighting Plan" shall be required as specified in Section 1161.04(a) and shall be provided to the Architectural Board of Review as part of the permitting process.
(b) Existing Exterior Lighting. Existing exterior lighting that does not conform to the requirements of this legislation 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) hereof.
(c) Permits. The Building Inspector may issue permits for minor replacements or extensions of exterior lighting systems without requiring a Full Lighting Plan and evidence of conformance provided that:
(1) The residential lighting system was in existence prior to the effective date of this regulation;
(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 per each 365 days.
(d) Lighting Nuisance. Exterior lighting which does not comply with this regulation is declared to be a public nuisance. Upon receipt of a lighting complaint the Building Inspector shall investigate to determine compliance. If lighting is found to be in violation of these provisions the Building Inspector shall proceed as set forth in Section 1161.09.
(Ord. 2023-6. Passed 6-15-23.)