Outdoor Lighting in Sarasota, FL (2026)
1 verified outdoor lighting rules for Sarasota, Florida, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
Dark Sky Rules
Sarasota's coastal outdoor lighting is regulated under Sarasota County Code Ch. 54 Art. XXVI (Marine Turtle Protection) and FWC rules to protect nesting sea turtles. From May 1 through October 31, beachfront lighting visible from the beach must be shielded, redirected, or extinguished. Inland lighting follows the Zoning Code's neighbor-friendly standards.
Sarasota Outdoor Lighting and Sea Turtle Protection
Heavy RestrictionsLooking for Sarasota County county-wide rules?
County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Sarasota city rules.
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