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Outdoor Lighting in Abilene, TX (2026)

2 verified outdoor lighting rules for Abilene, Texas, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

Verified from official government sources

Dark Sky Rules

Abilene regulates outdoor lighting to reduce light pollution and glare. Fully shielded fixtures required for new installations. Lighting must be directed downward and not trespass onto neighboring properties.

Abilene Dark Sky & Outdoor Lighting Rules

Some Restrictions

Light Trespass

Abilene prohibits outdoor lighting that causes unreasonable glare or illumination on neighboring properties. Light trespass complaints are handled through code enforcement.

Abilene Light Trespass Regulations

Some Restrictions

Looking for Taylor County county-wide rules?

County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Abilene city rules.

Outdoor Lighting in Taylor County