Outdoor Lighting in Merced County, CA (2026)
1 rule for unincorporated Merced County, California.
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Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Merced County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.
Light Trespass & Shielding
Unincorporated Merced County requires all exterior lighting be hooded and pointed down and away from neighboring parcels so glare stays on-site, per Zoning Code § 18.40.070. Blinking, flashing, or unusually bright lights are banned outright, and fixtures must match the scale and intensity of the use they serve.
Merced County Outdoor Lighting Glare Rule
Some RestrictionsMerced County Zoning Code § 18.40.070(A)-(C) (Outdoor Lighting)
Exterior Lighting. Exterior lighting shall be designed and maintained in a manner so that glare and reflections are contained within the boundaries of the subject parcel and shall be hooded and directed downward and away from adjoining properties and public rights-of-way. B. Illumination. The use of blinking, flashing, or unusually high-intensity or bright lights is prohibited. C. Lighting Co...
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