Ocoee treats excessive light spillover onto neighboring property as nuisance and code violation. Security floodlights must be aimed downward. Photocell-controlled lights encouraged. Commercial properties face stricter spill limits at property lines.
Light trespass complaints handled by Ocoee Code Enforcement under property maintenance and nuisance provisions. Typical resolution requires adjustment of fixture aim, addition of shielding, or replacement with full cutoff fixture. Residential floodlights over 100 watts typically require motion activation. Complaints document impact with photographs taken after dark. Civil remedies also available under Florida nuisance law.
Unabated trespass lighting: $100 first notice, $250 repeat. Civil action for nuisance can seek injunction plus damages.
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