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Outdoor Lighting in Springdale, AR (2026)

1 verified outdoor lighting rules for Springdale, Arkansas, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

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Light Trespass & Shielding

In Springdale, Arkansas, new commercial and multifamily developments must design exterior lighting so it doesn't spill glare beyond the site's boundaries, protecting neighboring properties in Washington and Benton counties from light trespass.

Springdale Limits Outdoor Light Spillover Beyond Property Lines

Some Restrictions

Springdale Code of Ordinances § 130, Art. 6, Sec. 3.15(A)–(C)

A.Applicability. The requirements of this section shall be imposed for all new construction of commercial and multifamily developments. ... Other lights shall be designed to minimize spillover glare beyond the site boundaries.C.Interior lighting in parking garages shall utilize appropriate shielding to minimize spillover upon adjacent uses and the right-of-way.

Looking for Washington County county-wide rules?

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

Outdoor Lighting in Washington County