(A) (1) The intent of this subchapter is to focus on the actual physical effects of lighting, as well as the effect that lighting may have on the surrounding neighborhood. Exterior lighting shall be evaluated in the planned development process to ensure that the functional and security needs of the project are met in a way that does not adversely affect the adjacent properties or neighborhoods.
(2) The degree to which exterior night lighting affects a property owner or neighborhood will be examined considering the light source, level of illumination, hours of illumination, and need for illumination in relation to the effects of the lighting on adjacent property owners and the neighborhood.
(B) The purpose is to create standards for outdoor light so that its use does not unreasonably interfere with the reasonable use and enjoyment of property within the jurisdiction. It is the intent of this subchapter to encourage, through regulation of types, kinds, construction, installation, and uses of outdoor electrically powered illuminating devices, lighting practices and systems which will conserve energy without decreasing nighttime safety, utility, security, and productivity, while enhancing nighttime enjoyment of property within the incorporated areas of the city.
(C) The intent of this section is to:
(1) Eliminate glare into neighboring property or street rights-of-way;
(2) Limit light trespass over a property line onto residential property;
(3) Limit the maximum light level for buildings;
(4) Assure that lighting standards will be complied with prior to building permit issuance; and
(5) Encourage community lighting practices that will promote personal safety and crime prevention.
(Ord. passed 2-3-2011, § 2.26.100)