Outdoor Lighting in Harris County, TX (2026)
1 county-level rule, plus city-specific rules for 1 city in Harris County, Texas.
Verified from official government sources
Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Harris County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.
Billboard Lighting
Electrical signs visible from Harris County toll roads are capped at 10 bulbs of 100 watts on a single 120-volt circuit, must carry a sunshade screen dimmer, and can't use reflectorized lamps or unshielded beams aimed at the roadway.
Harris County Toll Road Sign Lighting Limits
Some RestrictionsHarris County Code of Ordinances, Ch. 41, Subch. 41F, Sec 10 (Construction Requirements)
All electrical signs shall be limited to not more than 10 bulbs of 100 watts or less, shall be limited to lighting circuits of one 120 volts, shall contain a sunshade screen dimmer, and shall not use reflectorized lights as part of the face of the sign.
Outdoor Lighting by City in Harris County
1 cities in Harris County have their own outdoor lighting rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
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