Outdoor Lighting in Richmond County, NY (2026)

2 rules for unincorporated Richmond County, New York.

Verified from official government sources

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

Dark Sky Rules

Staten Island outdoor lighting must comply with NYC Zoning Resolution Section 23-00 and 42-00 performance standards for glare and trespass.

NYC Zoning performance standards for lighting

Some Restrictions

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Light Trespass

NYC Zoning performance standards and common-law nuisance address excessive light trespass onto neighboring Staten Island properties.

Light trespass and glare nuisance

Some Restrictions

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