Westland prohibits outdoor lighting that creates glare, obstruction, or nuisance on neighboring property. Commercial fixtures must limit spill to 0.5 footcandles at residential boundaries.
Westland Zoning Code prohibits outdoor lighting that shines onto neighboring properties in ways that create glare, nuisance, or obstruction to normal use and enjoyment. Commercial and industrial developments must meet specific illumination limits: typically 0.5 footcandles at residential property lines and 1.0 footcandles at commercial boundaries. Floodlights aimed directly at neighboring homes or into bedroom windows violate nuisance ordinances. Residential light trespass complaints are handled through Code Enforcement, which can order owners to reaim fixtures, add shields, or reduce wattage. Unresolved disputes may become private nuisance lawsuits. Security lighting activated by motion sensors is generally permitted if properly aimed and shielded. Driveway, pool, and landscape lighting should be directed inward, not at neighbors.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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