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Outdoor Lighting in Waterbury, CT (2026)

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

Verified from official government sources

Dark Sky Rules

Waterbury 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.

Waterbury Dark Sky & Outdoor Lighting Rules

Some Restrictions

Light Trespass

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

Waterbury Light Trespass Regulations

Some Restrictions

Looking for New Haven County county-wide rules?

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

Outdoor Lighting in New Haven County