Lynn Haven Code does not impose a dedicated dark-sky ordinance. Excessive light spilling onto a neighbor is enforceable as a Chapter 26 nuisance under Sec. 1-7. The ULDC sign code (Sec. 5.03.04) bans signs causing glare to motorists.
Lynn Haven has not adopted a comprehensive outdoor lighting or dark-sky ordinance. Excessive residential lighting that spills onto a neighboring property is enforced under Chapter 26 nuisance provisions and Sec. 1-7. The ULDC sign code (Sec. 5.03.04(A)(17)) prohibits signs 'of such intensity or brilliance as to cause glare or impair the vision of any motorist, cyclist, or pedestrian using or entering a public way, or that are a hazard or a nuisance to occupants of any property because of glare or other characteristics.' Sec. 5.03.04(A)(7) prohibits signs with lights that flash, move, rotate, scintillate, blink, flicker, or vary in intensity or color except time-temperature-date signs. Sec. 5.03.06(A) requires non-residential entrance signage to use 'steady light only.'
Sign violations - immediate removal and Sec. 1-7 fines up to $500. Nuisance light trespass - up to $500/day after Code Enforcement notice.
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