Outdoor Lighting in Bronx County, NY (2026)

2 rules for unincorporated Bronx County, New York.

Verified from official government sources

Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Bronx County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply — see the city list below.

Dark Sky Rules

Bronx has no comprehensive dark-sky ordinance. NYC Zoning Resolution ZR 42-553 limits exterior lighting in manufacturing districts adjacent to residential. Light from illuminated signs regulated by NYC Admin Code 28-114. Pelham Bay Park and Van Cortlandt Park have park lighting restrictions.

Outdoor Lighting: Dark Sky Rules

Some Restrictions

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Light Trespass

NYC and Bronx have no specific light trespass ordinance. Excessive light spillover onto neighboring property may be private nuisance under NY common law. No lumens or foot-candle caps at property lines for residential zones.

Outdoor Lighting: Light Trespass

Few Restrictions

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