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Light Trespass: Brentwood vs Walnut Creek

How do light trespass rules compare between Brentwood, CA and Walnut Creek, CA?

Brentwood and Walnut Creek have similar restriction levels.

Brentwood, CA

Contra Costa County

Some Restrictions

Brentwood's code prohibits outdoor lighting that produces excessive glare or spills onto neighboring properties at levels high enough to disturb use and enjoyment. Typical standards limit residential property-line illuminance to about 0.1 foot-candles and require shielded fixtures for bright sources.

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Walnut Creek, CA

Contra Costa County

Some Restrictions

Walnut Creek prohibits light glare and spillover onto neighboring properties and public rights-of-way. Property owners must shield and direct outdoor lighting to avoid creating a nuisance, with enforcement through code compliance and nuisance provisions of the Municipal Code.

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