Light spilling onto neighboring property in a manner that creates nuisance is prohibited under Snellville nuisance provisions. Common standard: direct illumination should not exceed 0.5 foot-candles at residential property lines.
Snellville code enforcement handles light trespass complaints under general nuisance provisions rather than a dedicated lighting ordinance. Typical remedy: require aiming, shielding, or removal of offending fixtures. Commercial and multifamily lighting is held to stricter glare standards in the zoning code — direct illumination onto residential property lines should not exceed approximately 0.5 foot-candles. Persistent violations may escalate to civil nuisance claims in Magistrate Court.
Nuisance citation; fines and order to modify/shield fixture.
Snellville, GA
Amplified music plainly audible at property lines or beyond 100 feet prohibited, especially during quiet hours (11 PM-7 AM). Commercial establishments along ...
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Persistent barking disturbing neighbors violates Snellville's noise ordinance and Gwinnett County animal control rules. Continuous barking for 10+ minutes or...
Snellville, GA
RVs, boats, and trailers generally prohibited in front yards in residential zones. Must be stored in rear/side yard behind setback line, often screened. Temp...
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Abandoned vehicles regulated under GA Code §40-11-1+ (10 days on public property). Snellville Code Enforcement addresses inoperable vehicles on residential p...
Snellville, GA
On-street parking permitted where not prohibited by signage. Vehicles cannot block driveways, fire hydrants (15 ft), mailboxes, or intersections (20 ft). Par...
Snellville, GA
Commercial vehicles over 3/4 ton or with commercial signage/equipment (dump trucks, box trucks, tractor-trailers) prohibited overnight in residential zones. ...
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