Sioux Falls § 160.491 requires fully shielded (cutoff) fixtures for outdoor lights exceeding 2,220 lumens within 150 feet of residential zones, limits light trespass at property lines adjacent to residential areas, and caps fixture heights at 28 feet near residences.
Section 160.491 of the Sioux Falls Unified Development Code establishes standards for outdoor lighting to promote public safety and reduce glare. Luminaires exceeding 2,220 lumens located within 150 feet of residential (DD and AD form) zones must use fully shielded cutoff fixtures. Canopy lights must be fully shielded to prevent glare onto adjacent property or street rights-of-way. Light trespass limits: maximum 3 foot-candles measured 3 feet above grade at a property line adjacent to residential zones. Fixture heights within 150 feet of residentially used or zoned property may not exceed 28 feet above grade. Focus/accent lighting is exempt from some shielding requirements. Enforcement is by Code Enforcement and the Planning & Development Department.
Violations of § 160.491 are subject to zoning code enforcement action, including notice of violation, correction orders, and civil penalties per the city's general penalty provisions.
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