Light trespass from one property onto another in Rancho Cordova is addressed as a nuisance under the municipal code. Complaints are handled by Code Enforcement.
Rancho Cordova Municipal Code treats excessive light spillover onto neighboring properties as a nuisance subject to Code Enforcement action. The city zoning code typically limits light trespass to 0.5 foot-candles measured vertically at the property line in residential zones and 1.0 foot-candles in commercial. Code Enforcement responds to written complaints and may require shielding, aiming adjustments, or replacement of non-compliant fixtures. Persistent unresolved light nuisance can escalate to administrative citation. California Civil Code §3479 provides a private nuisance cause of action independent of code enforcement.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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