Dark Sky Rules: Huntersville vs Matthews
How do dark sky rules rules compare between Huntersville, NC and Matthews, NC?
Huntersville and Matthews have similar restriction levels.
Huntersville, NC
Mecklenburg County
Huntersville outdoor lighting ordinance requires full-cutoff fixtures for new commercial development to minimize glare and light trespass. Residential lighting has minimal regulation beyond nuisance provisions. No formal dark-sky community designation.
View full Huntersville rules →Matthews, NC
Mecklenburg County
Matthews UDO Article 5 requires full cutoff shielded fixtures for commercial lighting, maximum 0.5 footcandles at property lines abutting residential, and pole height limits of 25-30 feet depending on district.
View full Matthews rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Huntersville | Matthews |
|---|---|---|
| Commercial Fixtures | Full cutoff required | - |
| Property Line | 0.5 fc max residential | - |
| Pole Height | 25-30 ft | - |
| Residential | Minimal regulation | - |
| Severity | Moderate | - |
| Fixtures | - | Full cutoff over 1,800 lumens |
| Residential boundary | - | 0.5 fc maximum |
| Pole height | - | 25-30 feet commercial |
| Canopy | - | Recessed flush |
| Fine | - | Up to 500 dollars per day |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Huntersville FAQ
Who enforces this in Huntersville?
Huntersville at (704) 875-6541 handles most complaints.
Who enforces this in Huntersville?
Huntersville at (704) 875-6541 handles most complaints.
Matthews FAQ
Who enforces this in Matthews?
Matthews at (704) 847-4411 handles most complaints.
Who enforces this in Matthews?
Matthews at (704) 847-4411 handles most complaints.
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