Euless treats excessive light spillover onto neighboring properties as a nuisance under the zoning code performance standards, enforced through warning notices and citations issued by Code Enforcement.
Light trespass in Euless is addressed through the outdoor lighting performance standards in Chapter 82 and the general nuisance provisions of the city code. Any outdoor lighting, residential or commercial, that produces glare, flashing, or direct illumination extending beyond the property line in a way that interferes with a neighbor reasonable use and enjoyment may be cited. The enforcement threshold on non-residential sites is tied to a 0.5 footcandle measurement at a shared residential property line. On residential lots, enforcement is more subjective and typically focuses on unshielded floodlights, security lights aimed horizontally, or motion lights that trigger continuously. Code Enforcement staff can visit at night, take light meter readings or photographs, and issue a compliance notice requiring the owner to reaim, shield, or replace the fixture. A typical compliance period is 14 days. Fines escalate to the general penalty (up to 500 dollars per day) for continued violations. Residents should first attempt neighbor resolution and then file a complaint at 817-685-1400 if the issue persists.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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