2 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 4 cities in Wayne County, Michigan.
Verified from official government sources
Wayne County does not have a countywide dark sky ordinance. Some suburban municipalities including Plymouth Township and Northville Township have adopted lighting standards protecting night skies.
Light trespass in Wayne County is addressed by municipal nuisance and zoning ordinances. Michigan common law recognizes light nuisance claims when illumination unreasonably interferes with property use.
4 cities in Wayne County have their own outdoor lighting rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
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