Light Trespass: Antioch vs Martinez

Antioch regulates glare and light spillover onto adjacent properties under AMC Title 9 development standards and nuisance provisions. Light trespass exceeding 0.1-0.5 footcandles at residential property lines may be cited.

Martinez regulates exterior residential lighting to prevent glare, light trespass, and excessive illumination onto neighboring properties. Exterior fixtures should be shielded and directed downward; overly bright security lighting or unshielded floodlights that spill onto adjacent lots may constitute a nuisance subject to code enforcement.