Pompano Beach does not have a specific dark sky ordinance. The Zoning Code Article 5 contains lighting standards for commercial and multi-family development. Sea turtle nesting season (March 1 to October 31) requires compliance with Broward County beachfront lighting regulations. No residential dark sky requirements exist beyond general nuisance provisions.
Pompano Beach has not adopted a dedicated dark sky ordinance. The Zoning Code Article 5 (Development Standards) contains lighting provisions for commercial and multi-family projects. As a coastal city, Pompano Beach must comply with Broward County sea turtle protection lighting regulations during nesting season (March 1 through October 31). Beachfront properties must minimize light visible from the beach during this period. FL Statute 379.2431 protects marine turtles including light management requirements. Residential outdoor lighting is regulated through general nuisance provisions. Light creating unreasonable disturbance may be addressed through Code Compliance.
Beachfront lighting violations during turtle season may result in county enforcement. General nuisance complaints through Code Compliance.
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