Joliet does not have a dedicated dark sky ordinance. Outdoor lighting is regulated through the Zoning Ordinance and Building Code general provisions rather than specific dark sky standards. There are no foot-candle limits for residential properties or requirements for full-cutoff fixtures mandated by local ordinance. Illinois has no statewide dark sky legislation.
The City of Joliet does not have a standalone dark sky ordinance or specific anti-light-pollution regulations. Outdoor lighting requirements are addressed generally through the Zoning Ordinance and the Building Code. Commercial developments may be subject to site plan review requirements that include consideration of outdoor lighting impacts on adjacent properties. For new residential construction, the Building Code requires compliance with energy codes that may affect outdoor lighting fixture efficiency but not specifically light pollution. There is no requirement for full-cutoff or shielded residential fixtures in Joliet's municipal code. Illinois does not have statewide dark sky legislation. Residents with light trespass complaints from neighboring properties may seek resolution through the city's nuisance provisions.
While there is no dark sky ordinance to violate, excessive outdoor lighting that constitutes a nuisance to neighboring properties may be addressed through general nuisance provisions in the municipal code.
Joliet, IL
Joliet prohibits dog owners from permitting their dog to bark, growl, howl, or whine in a loud manner disturbing others under Section 6-29, but only after th...
Joliet, IL
Joliet regulates industrial noise through its general noise nuisance ordinance (Section 21-7), the Illinois Environmental Protection Act (415 ILCS 5), and th...
Joliet, IL
The City of Joliet has developed an Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Plan to support growing EV adoption. Level 3 fast chargers are planned within on...
Joliet, IL
Joliet does not have a blanket overnight parking ban but enforces a 48-hour limit on all street parking under Section 19-138. During snowfall of 2 inches or ...
Joliet, IL
Joliet regulates fence heights through the zoning ordinance. Corner lot side yards require a 20-foot setback, and fences over 4 feet in the corner side yard ...
Joliet, IL
Joliet requires building permits for fence installation. Section 8-176 mandates that all fences conform to city ordinances and building codes. Fence contract...
See how Joliet's dark sky rules rules stack up against other locations.
Help us keep this page accurate. If you notice an error or outdated information, let us know.