Light Trespass: Fillmore vs Oxnard

Can I complain about a neighbor's bright lights in Fillmore?

Yes. Contact code enforcement at (805) 524-1500 ext 234. Outdoor lighting that unreasonably illuminates your property is a nuisance violation that the city can require the neighbor to correct.

How bright can my security lights be in Fillmore?

Security lights must be shielded and aimed at your own property. They cannot create glare or light trespass onto neighboring properties. Motion-activated lights are preferred over always-on floodlights.

Do street lights count as light trespass?

City-maintained street lights are not subject to light trespass complaints. If a street light is causing problems, contact Fillmore Public Works to request shielding or adjustment.

What can I do about my neighbor's bright lights in Oxnard?

Report light trespass to Code Enforcement at (805) 385-7858. The city can require shielding, redirection, or timing controls for lights that unreasonably illuminate your property.

What is the light limit at property lines in Oxnard?

For new development, illumination at residential property lines should not exceed 0.5 foot-candles. Existing lighting causing unreasonable glare is addressed through nuisance enforcement.

Are security lights regulated in Oxnard?

Security lights must not create excessive glare on neighboring properties. Use shielded, downward-directed fixtures aimed within your property boundaries to avoid nuisance complaints.