Showing ordinances that apply to Mariaville Lake, NY
Mariaville Lake is an unincorporated community (population 666) in Schenectady County, New York. Because Mariaville Lake is not an incorporated city, it does not have its own municipal code. Instead, Schenectady County ordinances apply directly to properties here. The light trespass rules below are the ones that govern your area.
Light trespass onto neighboring properties addressed through nuisance provisions. Commercial lighting must not exceed 0.5 foot-candles at residential property lines in most Schenectady County municipalities.
Site plan review addresses spillover. Residential exterior lighting should be aimed downward. Flood lights pointing into neighbors windows may constitute private nuisance. Commercial operations adjacent to residential zones face stricter standards. Contact Schenectady County at (518) 388-4220 for enforcement.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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