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Outdoor Lighting in Dayton, OH (2026)

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

Verified from official government sources

Dark Sky Rules

Dayton 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.

Dayton Dark Sky & Outdoor Lighting Rules

Some Restrictions

Light Trespass

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

Dayton Light Trespass Regulations

Some Restrictions

Looking for Montgomery County county-wide rules?

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

Outdoor Lighting in Montgomery County