2 rules for unincorporated Lake County, California.
Verified from official government sources
Unincorporated Lake County has no standalone 'dark sky' ordinance, but Section 41.8 of the Zoning Ordinance requires that all exterior lighting accessory to any use be hooded, shielded, or opaque, and that no unobstructed beam of light be directed beyond any property line. Near Clear Lake, the Scenic 'SC' combining district adds view-protection standards.
Lake County Zoning Ordinance, Article 41, Sec. 41.8(a)
All exterior lighting accessory to any use shall be hooded, shielded or opaque. No unobstructed beam of light shall be directed beyond any exterior lot line. Buildings and structures under construction are exempt from this provision.
In unincorporated Lake County, Section 41.8 of the Zoning Ordinance prohibits any unobstructed beam of light from being directed beyond a property's exterior lot line and requires all exterior lighting to be hooded, shielded, or opaque. For signs, Section 45.26(b) separately requires lighting to be shielded so it does not cast glare onto neighboring properties or public streets.
Lake County Zoning Ordinance, Article 41, Sec. 41.8(a)
All exterior lighting accessory to any use shall be hooded, shielded or opaque. No unobstructed beam of light shall be directed beyond any exterior lot line.
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