Yuma has outdoor lighting regulations under Article 18 of the zoning code. While not as strict as Tucson or Flagstaff's dark sky ordinances, Yuma regulates light pollution, glare, and light trespass through its zoning code.
Yuma City Code Article 18 (§154-18.01 et seq.) establishes outdoor lighting standards. The regulations address fixture types, shielding requirements, maximum illumination levels, and prohibited glare. Unlike Flagstaff or Tucson (which have strict dark sky ordinances for observatory protection), Yuma's regulations are more moderate. However, outdoor lighting must be designed to minimize upward light emission and prevent glare and light trespass. New commercial and multi-family development must comply with lighting plans reviewed during the development process. Proximity to MCAS Yuma may impose additional lighting restrictions near the airfield to prevent pilot distraction.
Non-compliant outdoor lighting may result in code enforcement notices.
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