Fillmore prohibits outdoor lighting that unreasonably illuminates neighboring properties. Residential and commercial lights must be positioned and shielded to prevent light trespass. Complaints are handled through code enforcement.
Light trespass occurs when artificial light from one property unreasonably illuminates an adjacent property. Fillmore's nuisance and lighting regulations require property owners to shield and direct outdoor lighting so it does not spill onto neighboring properties. This includes security floodlights, landscape lighting, and commercial signage lighting. New development projects are reviewed during the planning process for potential light trespass impacts. Existing properties that install bright, unshielded lighting may be required to modify fixtures after code enforcement investigation. Agricultural operations may have different lighting standards for seasonal work. The standard for enforcement is whether the lighting creates an unreasonable nuisance for neighboring residents.
Light trespass complaints are investigated by code enforcement. Property owners receive notice to modify lighting with a compliance deadline. Persistent violations result in administrative fines. Unshielded security lights aimed at neighboring homes are a common enforcement target.
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