Outdoor Lighting in Adams County, CO (2026)
2 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 2 cities in Adams County, Colorado.
Verified from official government sources
Dark Sky Rules
Adams County has no formal dark-sky ordinance, but its operational standards require exterior lighting to be shielded, low-level, indirect and diffused, and no taller than 20 feet, positioned so no direct light or glare reflects onto neighboring property or roads.
Outdoor Lighting Standards in Unincorporated Adams County
Some RestrictionsAdams County DSR Sec. 4-16-01(3) (Lighting Fixtures)
All lighting fixtures shall be located so as to shield direct rays from adjoining properties. Luminaries shall be of a low level, indirect, diffused type and shall not exceed a height of greater than twenty (20) feet above finished grade.
Light Trespass & Shielding
Exterior lighting in unincorporated Adams County must be arranged and positioned so no direct light or reflection creates a nuisance or hazard on any adjacent property or right-of-way. Fixtures must shield direct rays from adjoining properties.
Light Trespass and Glare in Unincorporated Adams County
Some RestrictionsAdams County DSR Sec. 4-16-01(1) (Position of Lighting Facility)
Lighting facilities shall be arranged and positioned so no direct light or reflection creates a nuisance or hazard on any adjacent property or right-of-way. Exterior lighting shall be compatible with that of adjacent properties.
Outdoor Lighting by City in Adams County
2 cities in Adams County have their own outdoor lighting rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
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