Humble does not have a standalone dark sky ordinance. Outdoor lighting is addressed through general nuisance provisions and zoning standards. Commercial properties may have lighting requirements in site plan reviews. Excessive lighting that constitutes a nuisance can be addressed through code enforcement.
Humble does not have a dedicated dark sky or outdoor lighting ordinance comparable to those in some western communities. Outdoor lighting on residential properties is generally unregulated beyond general nuisance provisions. Excessive or poorly directed lighting that shines onto neighboring properties and creates a nuisance may be addressed through the city's nuisance ordinance. Commercial and industrial developments may have outdoor lighting standards applied during site plan review, including shielding requirements and maximum illumination levels at property lines. The city's zoning ordinance may address lighting as part of conditional use permits or planned development standards. LED conversions of streetlights and public facility lighting are managed by the city's public works department. Contact Code Enforcement at (281) 446-4331 for lighting nuisance complaints.
Outdoor lighting that constitutes a nuisance by unreasonably disturbing neighbors may result in code enforcement action after a complaint. Commercial properties that violate site plan lighting conditions may face zoning compliance notices. No specific fine schedule exists for residential lighting violations beyond general nuisance penalties.
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Humble Code §8.03.011 prohibits construction, demolition, and power lawn mower operation between 10:00 PM and 6:00 AM. Heavy equipment (§8.03.008) also prohi...
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Keeping any animal or bird that causes frequent or long-continued noise disturbing the vicinity is a violation of Humble's noise ordinance (Art. 8.03).
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Aircraft noise is federally preempted. Humble has no local aircraft noise ordinance. The city is near Houston Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).
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