Baldwin Park, CA Outdoor Lighting: Dark Sky Rules (2026)

The City of Baldwin Park does not have a dedicated dark-sky or astronomical-lighting ordinance, but it regulates outdoor lighting through the Performance Standards of its Zoning Code, Section 153.140.040 (Light and Glare). Key provisions: safety lighting must be provided at entryways, walkways, between buildings and in parking areas; lighting support structures cannot exceed the zone's maximum building height and in no event may exceed 40 feet; the candle-power of all lights must be the minimum required to accomplish the purpose of the light; and flickering or flashing lights are prohibited, with all lights kept constant and not changing intensity or color more often than once every 30 minutes. Light sources may not be placed in required buffer areas except to light pedestrian walkways. Section 153.140.040(F) requires that all lights be directed, oriented and shielded to prevent light from shining onto adjacent properties, onto public rights-of-way, and into driveway areas in a way that obstructs motorists' vision. Sign lighting (153.140.040(G) and 153.170) must not cause light or glare on surrounding properties. These performance standards apply to all new construction, renovation and alteration in all zones. The City does not specify a numeric maximum foot-candle value at the property line in this section; the standard is the qualitative shielding/'no spillover' rule plus the minimum-candle-power requirement.