Chapter 4.12 Light and Glare Control

4.12.10 Purpose of this Chapter

The purpose of this Chapter is to establish regulations governing nuisance light and glare in the City of La Habra Heights. (Ord. 2015-01 § 1)

4.12.20 Limit Light Trespass

All outdoor light fixtures shall limit light trespass and glare through the use of shielding and directional lighting. All exterior lights shall be designed, located, installed and directed to prevent objectionable light glare across property lines. Landscaping shall be required in areas where plantings can reduce visible glare. (Ord. 2015-01 § 1. Formerly 4.12.30)

4.12.30 Standard Outdoor Lighting

Outdoor light fixtures shall use a narrow cone of light to confine the light to the area of interest and to minimize light trespass and glare. Such lighting must be equipped with automatic shut-off timers or otherwise shut off when not in use. In addition, the lighting of these features and other monuments shall conform to the light levels indicated in Article 7 of this Municipal Code. (Ord. 2015-01 § 1. Formerly 4.12.40)

4.12.40 Recreational Lighting

Light fixtures used for outdoor recreational facilities shall be fully shielded to prevent light trespass beyond the immediate area in which the activity is conducted. Such lighting must be equipped with automatic shut-off timers or otherwise shut off when not in use. (Ord. 2015-01 § 1. Formerly 4.12.50)

4.12.50 Driveway and Parking Area Lighting

Lighting fixtures located along driveways and parking areas shall be fitted with glare shields or be cut-off type fixtures. Such lighting must be equipped with automatic shut-off timers or otherwise shut off when not in use. (Ord. 2015-01 § 1. Formerly 4.12.60)

4.12.60 Lighting Levels Standards

Light trespass shall be minimized by designs that result in no more than 0.25 foot candles measured at a point located five (5) feet inside the adjacent property and five (5) feet above the ground. (Ord. 2015-01 § 1. Formerly 4.12.70)

4.12.70 Violations/Penalties

Any person or entity that violates any provision of this Chapter of the City of La Habra Heights Municipal Code is guilty of a misdemeanor that shall be punishable pursuant to the procedures set forth in Article 8. (Ord. 2015-01 § 1. Formerly 4.12.80)