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Outdoor Lighting in St. Louis, MO (2026)

2 verified outdoor lighting rules for St. Louis, Missouri, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

Verified from official government sources

Dark Sky Rules

St. Louis does not have comprehensive dark-sky lighting ordinance. General nuisance and zoning provisions address light trespass. New commercial development often required to use shielded full-cutoff fixtures through site plan review.

Outdoor Lighting: Dark Sky Rules

Few Restrictions

Light Trespass

St. Louis addresses light trespass through general nuisance provisions. Lighting directed onto neighboring property in a manner that unreasonably interferes with use and enjoyment can be abated through Citizens Service Bureau complaints.

Outdoor Lighting: Light Trespass

Some Restrictions