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Outdoor Lighting in Salinas, CA (2026)

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

Verified from official government sources

Dark Sky Rules

Salinas 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.

Salinas Dark Sky & Outdoor Lighting Rules

Some Restrictions

Light Trespass

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

Salinas Light Trespass Regulations

Some Restrictions

Looking for Monterey County county-wide rules?

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

Outdoor Lighting in Monterey County