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Outdoor Lighting in Orange, CA (2026)

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

Verified from official government sources

Dark Sky Rules

The City of Orange regulates outdoor lighting through OMC Title 17 zoning standards and the California Building Code. While Orange does not have a standalone dark sky ordinance, lighting must be directed downward and may not create glare or light trespass onto neighboring properties.

Orange Outdoor Lighting Standards

Some Restrictions

Light Trespass

Light trespass — light spilling across property lines — is regulated in Orange through nuisance provisions and zoning standards under OMC Title 17. Outdoor lighting must be directed at the owner's property and shielded to prevent illuminating neighboring properties.

Orange Light Trespass Regulations

Some Restrictions

Looking for Orange County county-wide rules?

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

Outdoor Lighting in Orange County