Dark Sky Rules: Dublin vs Westerville
How do dark sky rules rules compare between Dublin, OH and Westerville, OH?
Dublin and Westerville have similar restriction levels.
Dublin, OH
Franklin County
Dublin Zoning Code 153.149 regulates outdoor lighting with full cutoff fixture requirements in commercial and PUD districts. Light spillover onto adjacent residential properties cannot exceed 0.5 foot-candles at the property line.
View full Dublin rules →Westerville, OH
Franklin County
Westerville regulates outdoor lighting under Zoning Code 1171.10, requiring full cutoff fixtures in commercial zones and prohibiting light trespass onto neighboring residential properties. No formal dark-sky designation, but glare and spillover are code violations.
View full Westerville rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Dublin | Westerville |
|---|---|---|
| Fixture | Full cutoff required | - |
| Spillover | 0.5 fc at property line | - |
| Pole Height | 30 feet max | 25 feet max lots |
| Reduction | 50 percent after hours | - |
| Commercial | - | Full cutoff required |
| Residential Spillover | - | 0.5 footcandles max |
| CCT | - | 3000K or lower encouraged |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Dublin FAQ
Who enforces this in Dublin?
Dublin code enforcement at (614) 410-4400 handles complaints.
Who enforces this in Dublin?
Dublin code enforcement at (614) 410-4400 handles complaints.
Westerville FAQ
Who enforces this in Westerville?
Westerville code enforcement at (614) 901-6400 handles complaints.
Who enforces this in Westerville?
Westerville code enforcement at (614) 901-6400 handles complaints.
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