Outdoor Lighting in Berkeley, CA (2026)
2 verified outdoor lighting rules for Berkeley, California, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
Dark Sky Rules
Berkeley requires shielded outdoor lighting for new development under Title 23 Zoning Ordinance with specific standards to minimize glare, light trespass, and uplight pollution.
Berkeley Dark Sky Rules
Some RestrictionsLight Trespass
Berkeley Zoning Ordinance Title 23 prohibits outdoor lighting that creates glare or excessive illumination onto neighboring properties, with civil remedies under state nuisance law.
Berkeley Light Trespass
Some RestrictionsLooking for Alameda County county-wide rules?
County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Berkeley city rules.
Outdoor Lighting in Alameda County →