(A) All outdoor lighting shall meet the requirements of this article. This includes, but is not limited to, residential, commercial, industrial, and public lighting, except that outdoor lighting for single-family and two-family residential uses is exempt from the provisions of this article.
(B) The town may require or restrict lighting when public health, safety, and welfare are concerns.
(C) In the event of conflict between a provision of this article and any other provision of this chapter, the provisions of this article shall prevail.
(D) The following lighting uses are exempt from the requirements of this article:
(1) Temporary decorative lighting is exempt from all but glare-control requirements;
(2) Lighting used under emergency conditions;
(3) Lighting used at Newport State Airport or required by federal, state, or local law;
(4) Lighting used at construction sites;
(5) Lighting associated with town permitted events; and
(6) Lighting solely for signs (see the Sign Ordinance for sign lighting regulations).
(Ord. 2021-19, passed 11-15-21)