Pasadena has no dark sky ordinance. Texas HSC Chapter 425 restricts cities from adopting outdoor lighting regulations except near military installations or observatories. Pasadena is not a designated Dark Sky Community.
Texas Health and Safety Code Chapter 425 limits municipal authority to regulate outdoor lighting, generally preventing cities from adopting dark sky ordinances unless near a major observatory or military installation, or with a Dark Sky Community designation. Pasadena meets none of these exceptions and has no dark sky ordinance. The city's proximity to the Houston Ship Channel industrial corridor and petrochemical facilities contributes significant light pollution. Light nuisance complaints are handled through general nuisance provisions or Code Enforcement.
Specific penalty amounts for this ordinance are not published in a publicly accessible fine schedule. Contact Pasadena code enforcement directly for current fines, enforcement procedures, and hearing options.
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