Harris County has no light trespass or outdoor lighting ordinance for unincorporated areas. Texas law restricts counties from adopting outdoor lighting regulations except near military installations or observatories. Light nuisance complaints fall under general nuisance provisions.
Texas Health and Safety Code Chapter 425 restricts local government authority to regulate outdoor lighting, generally preventing counties from adopting outdoor lighting ordinances unless they are near a major observatory or military installation, or have a Dark Sky Community designation. Harris County meets none of these exceptions and has no outdoor lighting ordinance. Light trespass complaints in unincorporated areas must be addressed through general nuisance provisions, deed restrictions, or civil action. Subdivision HOAs commonly regulate exterior lighting through architectural guidelines.
Specific penalty amounts for this ordinance are not published in a publicly accessible fine schedule. Contact Harris County code enforcement directly for current fines, enforcement procedures, and hearing options.
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