HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda - 11-19-2012 - C2ORANGE COUNTY
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS AND
PLANNING BOARD
QUARTERLY PUBLIC HEARING
ACTION AGENDA ITEM ABSTRACT
Meeting Date: November 19, 2012
Action Agenda
Item No. C2
SUBJECT: Unified Development Ordinance Text Amendments — Outdoor Lighting
DEPARTMENT: Planning and Inspections PUBLIC HEARING: (Y /N) Yes
ATTACHMENT(S):
1. Comprehensive Plan and Unified
Development Ordinance Amendment
Outline Form (UDO /Zoning 2012 -014)
2. UDO Amendment Package
3. Diagram Denoting Athletic Field
Outdoor Lighting Concerns
INFORMATION CONTACT:
Michael D. Harvey, Planner III 245 -2597
Craig Benedict, Director 245 -2575
PURPOSE: To hold a public hearing on Planning Director initiated text amendments to the
Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) concerning the use and erection of outdoor lighting.
BACKGROUND: During the initial development phase of the UDO, several suggested
modifications were received from Planning Board and BOCC members on possible changes to
existing outdoor lighting regulations. These suggestions were tabled and incorporated into the
UDO Implementation Bridge for future consideration. Staff believes we have reached a point
where these amendments can be incorporated into the UDO.
This amendment also seeks to address a long- standing concern expressed by Orange County
Department of Environment, Agriculture, Parks and Recreation ( DEAPR) staff over height
limitations on athletic field lights. DEAPR staff members indicated existing height limits are too
restrictive and will create additional light pollution on adjoining properties rather than eliminate it.
Attachment 1 provides additional background information on proposed amendments.
Attachment 2 contains the proposed amendments with additions shown in ired text and
proposed deletions are shown in ired text as well as footnotes documenting the
rationale for the proposed modification. Attachment 3 contains a diagram intended to outline
DEAPR staff concerns over the current athletic field light pole height limit.
Ordinance Review Committee (ORC) Review: The Planning Board ORC reviewed the proposed
amendments at the September 5, 2012 meeting. The proposed text in Attachment 2 includes
modifications made based on comments received at the ORC. Please refer to Section C.2 (a) of
Attachment 1 for a summary of the Board member's comments.
Notification Procedural Requirements: Legal ads for the public hearing were placed in a
newspaper of general circulation in the County in accordance with Section 2.8.7 of the UDO.
FINANCIAL IMPACT: See Section C.3 in Attachment 1.
RECOMMENDATION: The Planning Director recommends the Board:
1. Receive the proposed amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance as detailed in
this abstract and attachments.
2. Conduct the public hearing and accept public, BOCC, and Planning Board comment on
the proposed amendments.
3. Refer the matter to the Planning Board with a request that a recommendation be returned
to the BOCC in time for the January 24, 2013 BOCC regular meeting.
4. Adjourn the public hearing until January 24, 2013 in order to receive and accept the
Planning Board's recommendation and any submitted written comments.
Attachment 1
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN/ FUTURE LAND USE MAP
AND
UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE (UDO)
AMENDMENTOUTLINE
UDO / Zoning- 2012 -014
Amendment(s) addressing outdoor lighting
A. AMENDMENT TYPE
Map Amendments
❑ Land Use Element Map:
From- - --
To: - --
❑ Zoning Map:
From-
To: ---
F] Other:
Text Amendments
❑ Comprehensive Plan Text:
Section(s).
❑ UDO Text:
❑UDO General Text Changes
❑UDO Development Standards
❑UDO Development Approval Processes
3ection(s): 1. Section 6.11 — Outdoor Lighting, and
2. Article 10 — Definitions
❑ Other:
B. RATIONALE
1. Purpose /Mission
In accordance with the rovisions of Section 2.8 Zoning Atlas and Unified
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Development Ordinance Amendments of the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO),
the Planning Director has initiated a text amendment to modify existing language
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relating to the regulation of outdoor lighting fixtures within the county
Revisions to outdoor lighting regulations had been authorized for inclusion into the
initial UDO development. However, due to time constraints, staff was unable to
incorporate some of the recommended revisions into the adopted UDO. Staff has
now been able to complete these revisions.
While several modifications to existing lighting standards were made as part of the
initial UDO, several key areas of concern were slated for additional study and future
consideration.
These areas of concern, as detailed within the UDO Implementation Bridge, were
intended to be addressed during a future UDO amendment process. At this time,
staff believes there is an opportunity to address the majority of these comments and
make recommended revisions.
The purpose of this amendment is to incorporate previously identified amendments
to outdoor lighting standards, as detailed within the Implementation Bridge, into the
UDO.
2. Analysis
As required under Section 2.8.5 of the UDO, the Planning Director is required to:
`cause an analysis to be made of the application and, based upon that analysis,
prepare a recommendation for consideration by the Planning Board and the Board of
County Commissioners'.
The proposed text amendments are designed to complete modifications to existing
outdoor lighting regulations to address long- standing concerns expressed by both
BOCC and Planning Board members. This includes eliminating previously identified
inconsistences, and to incorporate several revisions, identified during Phase 1 of the
UDO development process.
Staff is proposing to modify the UDO to:
1. Clarify existing regulations to address inconsistencies identified by the
Planning Board at its October 7, 2009 regular meeting and as contained
within the UDO Implementation Bridge. Examples of the changes are:
a. Modify Section 6.11.1 Purpose and Intent to include language referencing
the County's interest is promoting nighttime visibility and curtailing light
pollution.
b. Modify Section 6.11.1 (E) to include language identifying the County's
intent to regulate outdoor lighting in an effort to `restore natural light cycles'
and reduce unnecessary illumination of the night sky by requiring shielded
fixtures.
c. Incorporate new formatting changes to ensure the regulations are
consistent with the organizational rules of the UDO.
d. Eliminate references to `watts' of a light fixture and ensure proper use of
terminology through the Section.
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2. Add new definitions of light trespass, mercury vapor luminaire, light
pollution, etc. to Article 10 as recommended during Phase 1 of the UDO.
3. Address concerns by Orange County Department of Environment
Agriculture Parks and Recreation (DEAPR) over height restrictions for
athletic field lights.
3. Comprehensive Plan Linkage (i.e. Principles, Goals and Objectives)
Land Use Overarching Goal: Coordination of the amount, location, pattern and
designation of future land uses, with availability of County services and facilities
sufficient to meet the needs of Orange County's population and economy consistent
with other Comprehensive Plan element goals and objectives.
Land Use Goal 2: Land uses that are appropriate to on -site environmental
conditions and features and that protect natural resources, cultural resources, and
community character.
4. New Statutes and Rules
N/A
C. PROCESS
1. TIMEFRAME /MILESTONES /DEADLINES
2. PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT PROGRAM
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gMission/Scope: Public Hearin process consistent with NC State Statutes and
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Orange County ordinance requirements
a. Planning Board Review
September 5, 2012 — Ordinance Review Committee (ORC). The ORC
recommended several modifications to the proposed amendment package
including:
a. Section 6.11.2 (C) to provide an exact threshold in cases where existing
land uses are expanding to modify /update outdoor lighting features.
b. Sections 6.11.3 (A) 6.11.4 (A) to expand and properly define the types
of luminaries prohibited for installation.
c. Section 6.11.3 (1) to add language allowing for the erection of
`celebratory lighting' versus `holiday lighting' and establishing a lumen
cap for such fixtures.
d. Revise existing language within Section 6.11.4 (A) to make it easier to
understand.
e. Include a new sentence within Section 6.11.8 explaining the rationale
for `minimum' lighting levels within Economic Development Districts.
ORC members discussed comments received by Department of Environment,
Agriculture, Parks, and Recreation (DEAPR) related to existing restrictions on
the height of athletic field lights. Members were hesitant to recommend an
increase in allowable pole heights but expressed an understanding of the
issues. It was determined additional guidance on this issue was needed from
the BOCC.
January 9, 2013 (recommendation
b. Advisory Boards:
c. Local Government Review:
d. Notice Requirements
Legal advertisement will be published on November 4 and 11 in the Chapel Hill
Herald and on November 7 and 14 in the News of Orange.
e. Outreach:
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❑ General Public:
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❑ Small Area Plan Workgroup:
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® Other: Courtesy Review — DEAPR:
DEAPR staff would like the BOCC to consider increasing height
limits as shorter poles will not yield sufficient illumination of a playing
field without "excessive light spread" thereby potentially creating
safety issues within the lighted facility and avoiding unnecessary light
spill.
With the ability to direct light down rather than across by using taller
poles, there will be a better `spread' of light thereby ensuring
appropriate levels of visibility.
Requiring shorter poles will also require `more poles' to be installed
to ensure proper illumination, creating additional light spill concerns
as well as budgetary problems.
Staff has incorporated DEAPR's request into the proposed text
amendment in an effort to seek guidance from the BOCC on the
modification of allowable pole heights.
It should be remembered in 2009 the BOCC made the conscious
decision limit the height of athletic field light poles to address
concerns from rural residents over tall, imposing, lights and light
trespass.
3. FISCAL IMPACT
Consideration and approval will not create the need for additional funding for the
provision of County services. Costs for the required legal advertisement will be paid
from FY2012 -13 Departmental funds budgeted for this purpose. Existing Planning
staff included in the Departmental staffing budget will accomplish the work required
to process this amendment.
D. AMENDMENT IMPLICATIONS
The amendments are in response to previously identified and suggested modifications to
outdoor lighting regulations that were not incorporated into the initial UDO development
project.
The purpose of the proposed amendments is to further identify and define limits of
outdoor lighting to address the inherent conflict created by the need to illuminate a
property for commerce, public safety and security purposes against the need to protect
adjacent property owners from unnecessary impact.
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The anticipated result of the amendments is to provide greater opportunity to address
light pollution throughout the county and incorporate suggested revisions made during
the initial UDO development phase.
E. SPECIFIC AMENDMENT LANGUAGE
Please refer to Attachment 2.
Primary Staff Contact:
Michael D. Harvey
Planning
(919) 245-2597
mharvey@orangecountync.gov
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ttachment 2
Article 6: Development Standards
Section 6.11: Outdoor Lighting
(e) New collector and local streets, serving residential or commercial
development, must meet the specifications and standards contain in
Section 7.8 of this Ordinance and /or NCDOT Construction Stan rds for
streets with curb and gutter section.
(f) On- street parking is not permitted on collector streets whic ill intersect
with existing thoroughfares proposed as bicycle routes in a Regional
Bicycle Plan.
(g)
In lieu of on- street parking, four -foot bike lanes mus a delineated on
each side (curb) of the street.
(2) edestrian Circulation
(a)
Walkways or sidewalks must be provided al ng all new collector and
arterial streets.
(b)
minimum four -foot wide planting stri etween sidewalk and curb shall
b rovided.
(c)
In all ses, public sidewalks, an alkways on private property, must be
at least ur feet in width and cI arly marked with paint or a contrasting
surface terial.
(d)
In addition, b rrier -free de gn must be incorporated into sidewalk and
walkway syste s for us y the handicapped.
(e)
Buildings must be it in ways which make their entries or intended use
clear to approachi sers and visitors. Clear pedestrian entries from the
street and notju fro adjacent parking areas are to be provided.
(f)
Locate parkin areas to t side or rear of buildings and relate building
facades to t street, publi sidewalks, and transit stops.
(g)
In the ar between the public alm of the street and the private realm
of the r sidential complex or com ercial building, provide a transition
cons ting of a well landscaped fro yard, a low fence or wall, a
re ssed entry, a courtyard, or other vice that promotes privacy but
. ibility from the street.
(3) Bicy
Circulation
(a
Development projects which abut a proposed icycle route must make
provision for bicycle parking /storage as part of t comprehensive site
development plan.
(b)
In addition, such facilities are to be provided in conju tion with
designated transit stops.
(c)
Bicycle parking and storage facilities, as well as the install 'on and /or
delineation of bike lanes must be done in accordance with th standards
contained in The Regional Bicycle Plan - Durham and Orange ounties
North Carolina Bicycle Facilities Planning and Design Criteria.
(d)
In each instance where bicycle parking /storage is provided, the num r
of bicycles for which space is provided must be appropriate to the
location and expected clientele. Where such facilities are provided, safe
and sheltered parking and storage is to be provided as close and
convenient to building entrances as vehicular parking.
6.11.1 Purpose and Intent
The purpose of outdoor lighting standards is to balance the public safety need for outdoor lighting fixtures
that are used to enhance a. lawful„ p irnl�iitltl Q nighttime use and enjoyment of ai -property while at the
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Article 6: Development Standards
Section 6.11: Outdoor Lighting
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The modification was recommended at the October 7, 2009 Planning Board meeting.
2 Moved to subsection (A) based on Planning Board recommendation made at its October 7, 2009 meeting.
s Modification recommended at the October 7, 2009 Planning Board meeting
4 Formatting change made by staff to ensure section followed organizational rules of the UDO.
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Section 6.11: Outdoor Lighting
building area or an increase in parking on property_ Qj_T., _)1han__ 5_%_()1 _the ex _tj_n
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Q „(IIL, Mln the event of a conflict between the outdoor lighting standards contained herein and any
other section of this Ordinance, the more stringent requirement shall apply.
6.11.3 Exemptions
The following are exempt from the provisions of the outdoor lighting standards contained herein,
but shall be implemented in a manner consistent with the overall purpose and intent of this
Section:
(A) Single- family and duplex residential development on individual lots with the exception of
tu.a�l��iur�stall �a p �1���tl��ll vapor luminaries, iii�� llu.aiQ�iii�¢� �1���ir� uaiiry �li�Q1 ���Q�iivai�l� �±���[22L
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which � 2irg rohibited.
(B) All outdoor lighting lawfully installed prior to the effective date of the outdoor lighting
standards contained herein, except the replacement of mercury ,a ir,_4 a Q iiu „ai,1,L vapor
ry- ode u r vapor luminaires, X 1 1 1 I 3k4 41 Ay � saiQl�aiw s
luminaires. Mercu and
7must be replaced in conformity with the Outdoor Lighting Standards upon the earlier
occurrence of the replacement of the fixture or the lamp.
(C) Any outdoor lighting, including mercury vapor, used for an individual single - family
residence, where the residence is constructed as of the effective date of the outdoor
lighting standards contained herein.
(D) Bona fide agricultural uses.
(E) Traffic control signals and devices.
(F) Temporary emergency lighting (i.e. fire, police, repair workers, highway maintenance and
construction, etc.).
(G) Moving vehicle lights.
(H) Navigation lights (i.e. airports, heliports, radio /television towers, communication towers,
etc.)_ 1 irl��luaiiiir Q Ikl II X111 ` fl tl�� i �Ql IF ��Ql��ir 11 ��ge!]l ue l_fgir Lu.ail !�l i�c uaiirp
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(J) Security lights that are controlled by a motion - sensor switch, which do not remain on
longer g than 12 minutes after activation, and do not exceed 11;0- w- ��#; -(� . ?, &.)0- 4-00 lumens)
(K) Roadway lighting, installed as of the effective date of the outdoor lighting standards, as
contained herein, within State maintained rights -of -way provided that the standards of
Sections 6.11.5(B)(2)(h) and 6.11.6(H) are met, except for mercury vapor luminaires.
Mercury vapor luminaires used for roadway lighting must be replaced in conformity with
' As recommended at the September 5, 2012 Ordinance Review Committee (ORC) meeting
6 At the ORC meeting of the Planning Board on September 5, 2012 members suggested expanding the prohibition.
Mr. Hallenbeck suggested there is virtually no difference between a sodium vapor or mercury vapor with respect to
the generated light. If you ban one form you should ban all forms to be consistent.
Modification of existing language consistent with ORC recommendation.
s As recommended at the October 7, 2009 Planning Board meeting. The term incandescent was removed to address
a Planning Board member concern that current wording would technically prevent the use of LED lights for holiday
decorations.
9 As our regulations make specific reference to initial lumen output, it does not make sense to provide a regulatory
standard based on the `watt' of a bulb.
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the outdoor lighting standards contained herein upon the earlier occurrence of the
replacement of the fixture or the lamp.
(L) Temporary lighting for occasional or special events such as outdoor sporting contests,
concerns, theater events, festivals, carnivals, social gatherings, ce- ebiratiioins-, special
promotions, or similar occasional events permitted in accordance with the provisions of
this Ordinance.
6.11.4 Prohibitions
The following activities and /or use of lighting are specifically prohibited:
(A) :_- � 'K4 _ &X4;
stagy lHatk)n u.aise i (fir
rein,IIacMenneint of a TnercMu.aiiry and/or , ode u.ainn vainor IluaIhtiina fixture,,��wW
(B) The use of laser source light or any similar high intensity light for
outdoor advertising or entertainment, wli ry� °�Ikcvr tl -IkcA,
(C) The operation of searchlights for advertising purposes or to draw attention to an event or
activity is specifically prohibited. This shall not include the use of searchlights in
temporary emergency situations,
(D) Electrical illumination of off - premise commercial signs,
(E) Lights that are flashing, pulsing, moving, rotating, flickering, or that change in intensity or
color, with the exception of emergency lighting, and
(F) Fixtures that are designed to resemble traffic control or other similar public safety devices
1atl a� -used for advertising or other similar purposes.
6.11.5 Lighting Plan
(A) Purpose and Intent
The overall scope and purpose of the lighting plan is to allow staff to work with the
property owner to prevent excessive and unnecessary lighting on the property prior to
installation of the proposed fixtures avoiding potential costly compliance remedies upon
completion of the project.
(B) Submittal Requirements
(1) With the exception of single - family and duplex residential plot plan submittals, a
lighting plan shall be submitted with site plan, MPD -CZ Master Plan or
preliminary plat approval documents when outdoor lighting fixtures are proposed.
Any development project proposing outdoor lighting shall not be permitted until
the proposed lighting plan is approved in accordance with the provisions of this
Ordinance.
(2) Lighting Plans shall comply with the following standards:
(a) Lighting plans shall be completed and sealed by a professional engineer
and shall contain all required information as detailed herein,
(b) Plans, drawn to a maximum scale of one inch equaling 40 feet, shall
show the exact location, type, and height of all outdoor luminaries,
existing and proposed, including building, pole and ground fixtures;
10 Incorporating comments made at the September 5, 2012 ORC meeting.
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(c) The plan shall include a detailed description of the luminaries, including
lamps, poles or other supports and shielding devices, which may be
provided as catalogue illustrations and product specifications from the
manufacturer. As part of this requirement, all lighting plans shall contain
inset drawings of all proposed lighting fixtures including any directional
controls (i.e. shields, reflectors, refractors, etc.) that will aim and limit the
angle of illumination. The lighting detail shall also show the vertical
angle of illumination for all proposed fixtures that will be used to
determine the required shielding angle;
(d) A lighting plan shall delineate the horizontal position of all lighting fixtures
proposed for a parcel of property; and
(e) Photometric data, such as that furnished by the manufacturer, showing
the angle of light emission and lumen output shall be required. An
example of a photometric plan is as follows:
Figure 6.11.5.B.2.e: Lighting Plan Standards, Photometric Plan
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20.7 19.2 19.9 20.3 18.7 21.7
In this example, the proposed light pole generates the specific lumen levels on the property.
Staff will be responsible for utilizing this data to verify the compliance of the fixture within the
provisions of this Ordinance.
(f) Foot - candle data shall also be required for all proposed outdoor lights.
An example of the data necessary to comply with this requirement is as
follows:
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Figure 6.11.5.B.2.f: Lighting Plan Standards, Foot - candles
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Property Line
Property Line Proposed Outdo -or Lighting Fixture
Along with location, type, and height of outdoor lighting fixtures, isolux contours must be
provided to demonstrate foot - candle data. Staff will be responsible for utilizing this data to
verify the compliance of the fixture within the provisions of the Ordinance.
(g) Additional information as may be required by the Planning Department in
order to determine compliance with this Section.
(h) Roadway lighting installed on state maintained roads must meet
ASSHTO requirements for light levels and uniformity. Roadway lighting
submittal requirements can be obtained in the NCDOT publication titled
"Policies and Procedures for Accommodating Utilities on Highway
Rights -of- Way ".
6.11.6 General Standards
(A) Urbanizing Areas
Within areas of the County designated as `urbanizing', as delineated on the Growth
Management Systems Map, or within Rural Community Activity Nodes, as delineated on
the Orange County Land Use Element Map, the maximum light level permitted along
common property lines shall be 0.5 foot - candles at any adjoining residential property line
and /or 1.0 foot - candle at any adjoining non - residential property line.
(B) Rural Areas
Within areas of the County designated as `rural', as delineated on the Growth
Management Systems Map, or within Rural Neighborhood or Rural Industrial Nodes, as
delineated on the Orange County Land Use Element Map, the maximum light level
permitted along common property lines shall be 0.25 foot - candles at any adjoining
residentially zoned property line and /or 0.5 foot - candle at any adjoining property line with
a non - residential land use.
(C) Floodlights
(1) All floodlights shall be installed such that the fixture shall be aimed down at least
45 degrees from vertical,w =ft f'� °tl �f tlk�ntla�riiela1�:i�;lriatl if�a
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(2) Any facilities that require floodlighting may not arrange the light in such a way
that it wlil u � tl wa 1 �1 a I it Q,ju.ai q: __Ilu¢wlr�tl_ -[-- ��s�_, onto adjacent
residential property or into the night sky.
(3) All flood lamps emitting 1,000 or more lumens shall be aimed at least 60 degrees
down from the horizontal, or shielded such that thesA tea ti° 1I -�gktl
ay. is not visible from adjacent properties or the public street right -of-
(D) All wall pack fixtures shall be full cutoff fixtures.
(E) All lights shall be shielded in such a way as to direct light towards the Earth's surface and
away from reflective surfaces, except as expressly exempted from the provisions of these
regulations.
(F) Temporary Outdoor Lighting
(1) Any temporary outdoor lighting that conforms to the requirements of this Section
shall be permitted.
(2) Nonconforming temporary outdoor lighting may be permitted by the Planning
Director after considering the following:
(a) The public and /or private benefits that will result from the temporary
lighting,
(b) Any annoyance or safety problems that may result from the use of the
temporary lighting, and
(c) The duration of the temporary nonconforming lighting.
(G) Subdivisions
(1) If any subdivision proposes street lights or other common or public area outdoor
lighting, the final plat shall contain a statement certifying that the applicable
provisions of the outdoor lighting standards as contained in this Section will be
adhered to.
(2) The required Lighting Plan and associated documents shall be submitted and
approved by the Planning Department prior to installation of any regulated
lighting.
(H) If any street will be taken over by NCDOT for maintenance, roadway lighting must meet
AASHTO requirements, and must be installed and maintained according to the NCDOT
publication titled "Policies and Procedures for Accommodating Utilities on Highway
Rights -of- way ".
(1) Upward flagpole lighting is permitted for national and state flags provided that the
maximum lumen output is 1000 lumens per flagpole.
(J) Any interior - lighted signs may not be lit at night when the face of the sign is removed or
damaged in such a way that the light may distract drivers or adjacent property owners.
(K) All outdoor lighting, with the exception of wall mounted security lighting, for non-
residential uses shall be extinguished within 30 minutes from the close of business, as
determined by the posted hours of operation, unless otherwise detailed herein. This shall
not include security /motion sensor lighting designed to turn on when sensors detect
movement and automatically turn off after 12 minutes.
6.11.7 Specific Standards
(A) Lighting in Parking Lots and Outdoor Areas
" Incorporating suggestions made by Planning Board members during Phase I of developing the UDO.
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Section 6.11: Outdoor Lighting
In addition to the general standards established in this Section, lighting in parking lots
and outdoor areas shall comply with the following standards:
(1) Other than floodlights and flood lamps, all outdoor area and parking lot lighting
fixtures shall be full cutoff fixtures.
(2) The mounting height of all outdoor lighting, except outdoor sports field lighting
and outdoor performance area lighting, shall not exceed 36 feet above finished
grade.
(3) Any light fixture must be placed in such a manner that no lamp surface is visible
from any residential area or public /private roadway.
(B) Lighting for Vehicular Canopies
In addition to the general standards established in this Section, lighting for vehicular
canopies shall comply with the following standards:
(1) Areas under a vehicular canopy shall have a maximum point of horizontal
illuminance of 24 maintained foot - candles (fc). Areas outside the vehicular
canopy shall be regulated by Section 6.11.6.
(2) Acceptable lighting methods include one or more of the following:
(a) Recessed fixture incorporating a lens cover that is either recessed or
flush with the bottom surface (ceiling) of the vehicular canopy.
(b) Light fixture incorporating shields, or shielded by the edge of the
vehicular canopy itself so that light is restrained to five degrees or more
below the horizontal plane.
(c) Surface mounted fixture incorporating a flat glass that provides a semi -
cutoff fixture or shielded light distribution.
(d) Indirect lighting where light is beamed upward and then reflected down
from the underside of the vehicular canopy. Such fixtures shall be
shielded such that direct illumination if focused exclusively on the
underside of the vehicular canopy.
(C) Outdoor Sports Field /Outdoor Performance Area:
(1) Purpose and Intent
Outdoor sports field /performance area lighting serves a unique and specific
purpose. The goal of such lighting is to provide performers adequate light to
engage in approved activities at night and provide sufficient light levels allowing
spectators to witness the activity.
The goal of these regulations is to allow for reasonable development and use of
such lighting fixtures while attempting to mitigate potential ancillary impacts on
adjacent property owners.
(2) Standards
In addition to the general standards established in this Section, Outdoor Sports
Field /Outdoor Performance Area lighting shall comply with the following
standards:
(a) Outdoor Sports Field /Outdoor Performance Area lighting shall only be
allowed for those principal and accessory uses needing such fixtures to
properly function as intended during evening hours.
(b) Maximum Height
(i) Within the urbanizing areas of the County, as defined herein,
there shall be a limit on the allowable height of such fixtures of
84)- 100 feet.
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(ii) In rural areas of the County as defined herein, there shall be a
limit on the allowable height of such fixtures of 0- ,90.feet."
(c) All outdoor sports field and outdoor performance area lighting fixtures
shall be full cutoff fixtures and shall be equipped with a glare control
package (louvers, shields, or similar devices). If the manufacturer does
not have a glare control package, the fixture specification must be
changed to a manufacturer that offers one.
(d) All fixtures must be aimed so that their beams are directed and fall within
the primary playing or performance area.
(e) Hours of Operation
Within urbanizing areas of the County, the hours of operation for
the lighting system for any game or event shall be no later than
11:00 p.m., except to conclude a scheduled event that was in
progress before 11:00 p.m. and circumstances prevented
concluding before 11:00 p.m.
(ii) Within rural areas of the County, all outdoor sports field /outdoor
performance area lighting shall be extinguished by 10:00 p.m.
except to conclude a scheduled event that was in progress
before 10:00 p.m. and circumstances prevented concluding
before 10:00 p.m. Under no circumstances may lighting for an
event extend beyond 11:00 p.m. within the rural areas of the
County.
(f) The maximum light level permitted along common property lines shall be
consistent with the standard(s) contained within Section 6.11.6 of this
Ordinance.
(D) Lighting of Outdoor Display Areas:
12 Modification of height limits for athletic field lights in both the rural and urban areas of the County is requested
by Department of Environment, Agriculture, Parks and Recreation (DEAPR) staff. The BOCC established the
current limits to address issues of excessive light generated by tall light poles.
DEAPR staff would like the BOCC to consider increasing height limits as smaller poles will not yield sufficient
illumination of a playing field thereby potentially creating safety issues. Taller poles will result in a better `spread'
of light thereby ensuring appropriate levels of visibility. Requiring smaller poles will also require `more poles' to be
installed to ensure proper illumination creating additional light trespass concerns as well as budgetary problems.
As an aside athletic field lights at the Eurosport soccer complex at 90 feet in height and lights at Fairview park are
70 feet. All were installed prior to the development of a existing height limits for athletic field lights.
Another concern expressed by DEAPR staff is there is a noticeable lack of vendors who can provide fixtures
adhering to all established development requirements and abide by established height limits.
It should be noted the imposition of existing height limits was extensively discussed back in 2009 when the original
ordinance amendment was proposed. ORC members acknowledged the concern of DEAPR staff but expressed
reservation on modifying height limits. Staff believes there is merit in reviewing these limits in the context of
ensuring proper illumination of an athletic field while protecting adjacent property owners from glare and light
trespass.
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Section 6.11: Outdoor Lighting
(1) Top mounted fixtures are required for legally existing lighted signs. Lighting
fixtures used to externally illuminate an outdoor advertising sign shall be
mounted on the top of the sign structure. All such fixtures shall comply with the
shielding requirements of this Section. Bottom mounted outdoor advertising shall
not be used. Notwithstanding this provision, the lighting or re- lighting of a
nonconforming advertising sign will not be permitted if the light results in the
expansion of the nonconforming use, pursuant to this Ordinance.
(2) Outdoor advertising signs constructed of translucent materials and wholly
illuminated from within do not require shielding. Dark backgrounds with light
lettering or symbols are preferred, to minimize detrimental effects. Unless
conforming to the above dark background preference, total lamp wattage per
sign shall not exceed 41 watts.
(E) Lighting of Buildings and Landscaping
Lighting fixtures shall be selected, located, aimed, and shielded so that direct illumination
is focused exclusively on the building fagade, plantings, and away from adjoining
properties, public or private rights -of -way, and the night sky.
6.11.8 Additional Standards for Economic Development Districts
In addition to the outdoor lighting standards established in this Section, the following standards
shall apply within the Economic Development Districts:
(A) All lighting must be shielded to confine light spread within the site boundaries and provide
uniform illumination in compliance with the following minimum levels.
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(B) Pedestrian walkways and plazas must be lighted and fixtures mounted at a lower height
for security and to create an inviting pedestrian environment.
(C) Accent lighting must also be provided to illuminate such key locations as building and
driveway entries, and activity areas.
(D) Lighting for the purpose of illuminating landmarks and unique features of the site is also
encouraged.
(E) All light fixtures are to be concealed source fixtures except for pedestrian- oriented accent
lights.
" Added to address ORC comments made at its September 5, 2012 meeting. There was concern over the ambiguous
nature of existing wording. Board members wanted clear explanation lights had to be on during those times when
the general public would be on the property and need the light for public safety and security purposes.
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Section 6.12: Signs
(F) Security lighting fixtures or floodlights must not project over the fascia or roof line of the
building(s).
(G) Parking area and driveway fixtures should be mounted at or below a maximum height of
25 feet above the surface of the parking area or driveway.
(H) The design of light fixtures and structural supports must be compatible with the
architecture of the principal building(s) and identification signs.
(1) Where building faces are illuminated, lighting fixtures must be integrated within the
architectural design of the buildings.
(J) Ground - mounted lighting fixtures must be weather -proof and vandal resistant.
(K) Hillsborough EDD
In addition to the standards established above, the following standards shall apply within
the Hillsborough EDD:
(1) Lighting must be high efficiency lighting systems and lighting levels must be
reduced during non -use hours to promote energy conservation.
(2) 12:1 minimum /maximum glare ratio.
(3) Maximum footcandles = 80
6.1&1 Purpose and Intent
%epurpose of this Section is to regulate the type, placement and physical dimensions all
he interest of public health, safety and welfare, while recognizing the need signs
business community.
It is the inte of this section to regulate signs on a per lot basis in conjunctio ,p-'with the zoning
designation o e lot as described on the current tax roll weather a sign i irectly visible from a
street right -of -wa r not.
6.12.2 Outdoor Advertisin
The provisions of this Article tablish standards and revie riteria relating to the location,
erection, maintenance, lighting, tbacks, and use of sig This includes regulations pertaining
to outdoor advertising (i.e. Billboar
The regulation and permitting of outdoor dvertis' is also subject to State requirements,
including the State Outdoor Advertising Co Act, and Federal requirements. In cases where
there is a conflict between County regulatio d State or Federal regulations, relating to the
location, erection, maintenance, lighting etbacks nd use of outdoor advertising signage, the
corresponding State or Federal law s II take prece t.
In cases where there is no app li le State /Federal standN,, then existing County regulations
shall be enforced.
6.12.3 General Rec
(A) No sign of zKy type nor any part thereof shall be erected, painte osted, reposted,
placed, placed, or hung in any zoning district except in compliant ith these
regu ions.
(B) o person shall erect or maintain a sign, and no property owner shalXregulatio.
erected or maintained on his property except in conformity with these A Zoning Compliance Permit approved in accordance with the provisOrdinance shall be required prior to erecting a sign, unless otherwise p.
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Article 10: Definitions
Section 10.1: Definitions
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An official, adopted Orange County map, issued by FEMA, on which both the Special Flood Hazard Areas
and the risk premium zones applicable to the county are delineated. These areas are incorporated within
the official Zoning Atlas for Orange County as the Special Flood Hazard Area Overlay District.
111::::lood Insurance Sto ( III °° III )
An examination, evaluation, and determination of flood hazard, corresponding water surface elevations (if
appropriate), flood insurance risk zones, and other flood data in Orange County issued by FEMA. The
FIS report contains corresponding flood profiles, as well as FIRMs.
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Any land area susceptible to being inundated by water from any source and is interchangeable terms.
III::::]oodIpIIaIIin Administrator,
The individual appointed to administer and enforce the floodplain management regulations.
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A document required for any disturbance within a mapped special flood hazard area prior to the
commencement of any development activity.
III::::]oodIpIIaIIin IMainageimeint
The operation of an overall program of corrective and preventive measures for reducing flood damage
and preserving and enhancing, where possible, natural resources in the floodplain, including but not
limited to emergency preparedness plans, flood control works, floodplain management regulations, and
open space plans.
III::::]oodIpIIaIIin IReg LI latilo in
This Ordinance, subdivision regulations, building codes, health regulations, special purpose ordinances,
and other applications of police power, which control development in flood -prone areas. This term
describes federal, state or local regulations in any combination thereof, which provide standards for
preventing and reducing flood loss and damage.
III °° III III °Ir,00 iiiin
Any combination of structural and nonstructural additions, changes, or adjustments to structures, which
reduce or eliminate risk of flood damage to real estate or improved real property, water and sanitation
facilities, or structures with their contents.
III °° III
The channel of a river or other watercourse and the adjacent land areas that must be reserved in order to
discharge the base flood without cumulatively increasing the water surface elevation more than one foot.
This term may also be referred to as "regulatory floodway."
14 Staff is eliminating multiple definitions of terms and providing a reference point to direct the reader where the
term can be found within the UDO.
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Section 10.1: Definitions
A geographical area shown on a Flood Insurance Rate Map that reflects the severity or type of flooding in
the area.
III °° I OOr
See "Lowest Floor ".
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Floor Area Ratio (FAR) is the maximum floor area permitted for each square foot of land area.
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An area of planted trees that may be conifers (pines) or hardwoods. On a plantation, the intended crop
trees are planted rather than naturally regenerated from seed on the site, coppice (sprouting), or seed
that is blown or carried into the site.
I11::::brest Vegetation
The plants of an area which grow together in disturbed or undisturbed conditions in various wooded plant
communities in any combination or trees, saplings, shrubs, vines, and herbaceous plants. This includes
mature and successional forests as well as cutover stands.
I11:° °4° t riniiit y SOF"Of"Ilty 11OUse
A building occupied by and maintained exclusively for college or university students who are affiliated with
a social, honorary or professional organization and which is recognized by the college, university or other
institution of higher learning.
I11:° °4° lboar
Height added to the Base Flood Elevation (BFE) to account for the many unknown factors that could
contribute to flood elevations.
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The linear length of a building facing a public street right -of -way, exclusive of alleys; or the linear length of
the street right -of -way that faces the building, whichever is smaller.
I11:° °4 °Dint y Lot Liiiin
The distance measured along the designated front lot line or public or private right -of -way or easement,
as determined by the Planning Director, which affords vehicular access to the property between the
points of intersection of the side lot lines with such right -of -way or easement. For the purposes of this
definition, businesses have only one frontage.
I11:° °4 „Dint y ,T in int
Each lineal foot, or major portion thereof, measured along the main entry of a tenant space within a non-
residential complex.
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A facility, which cannot be used for its intended purpose unless it is located in close proximity to water,
such as a docking, or port facility necessary for the loading and unloading of cargo or passengers,
shipbuilding, or ship repair. The term does not include long -term storage, manufacture, sales, or service
facilities.
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a) The owning or keeping, for any purpose, of 20 or more animals
b) The selling and /or training of guard dogs or security dogs
c) The keeping of more than five animals at any given time for the purpose of breeding, boarding, or
rehabilitation.
The operator of a Kennel (Class II) shall be allowed to reside on the property to ensure the continuous
care of the animals kept on -site.
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(See Lot Line, Lot Line Front, Lot Line Rear, Lot Line Side, Open Side, Open Space Front, Open Space
Rear)
L it ,,,, 11f1!Sftlrlblling Activity
Any use of the land that results in a change in the natural cover or topography that may cause or
contribute to sedimentation.
L ire fiIII III
A site within which is deposited solid waste material, including trash, construction debris, stumps,
branches and limbs, garbage and industrial waste.
L ire fiii III III, Ilf; 1 sdh r° iii ire
A landfill facility with liners, monitoring equipment and other measures to detect and /or prevent leachate
from entering the environment and in which the leachate is treated on site and discharged to a receiving
stream. Discharging landfills require a National Pollution System (NPDES) Permit from the North
Carolina Division of Water Quality.
Laird Use Intensity I11;)e iiiinlltiii in
(See Non - residential Land Area, Non - residential Floor Area, Residential Floor Area, Floor Area Ratio,
Open Space, Open Space Ratio, Livability Space, Livability Space Ratio, Floor Area Ratio, Open Space,
Open Space Ratio, Recreation Space, Recreation Space Ratio, Pedestrian /Landscaped Space,
Pedestrian /Landscaped Space Ratio.)
Laind Use III °I rim iiit
A zoning permit, subdivision approval, building permit, site plan, special use permit, or conditional use
permit.
Laind Use III °'Ill it
A set of documents and maps that categorize existing patterns of land development and set guidelines for
the desirable intensity, density, quantity, type, location and timing of future development based upon the
goals and policies set forth in the Plan. The Land Use Plan can be found in the Land Use Element of the
Comprehensive Plan.
IL it th of Wall
The horizontal distance from corner to corner. Where walls in continuous general frontage (as in the case
of attached dwellings) are off -set by angles or setbacks of six feet or more, the length of each segment so
set off shall be measured separately in establishing pertinent yard depth. Length of the wall of a circular
building shall be construed as the diameter of the building.
Llll of Service
" Staff is proposing to eliminate the unnecessary duplication of this definition and provide the reader with a
reference where the term is properly defined.
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Section 10.1: Definitions
A qualitative measure that describes the operational conditions or a road or intersection, as defined by
the Highway Capacity Manual. The various service levels are defined by a range from A to F, with A
representing free flow traffic conditions and F representing stop- and -go traffic.
Light, 111:::° las Ih ling
A light that intermittently flashes on and off.
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L11valb111111ty Space
Livability space is part of total open space appropriately improved and located as outdoor living space for
residents and for aesthetic appeal. Such spaces include lawns and other landscaped areas, walkways,
paved terraces and sitting areas, outdoor recreational areas, and landscaped portions of street rights -of-
way. Such space shall not be used for vehicles, except for incidental service, maintenance or emergency
action.
L11valb111111ty Space Ilftiii0
Livability space ratio is the minimum square footage of non - vehicular outdoor space required for each
square foot of land area in residential development. It is open space used for people, planting and visual
appeal and does not include vehicular parking and access areas.
Lodgings
Living quarters which do not contain independent kitchen facilities, provided, however, that dwelling units
occupied by transients on a rental or lease basis for periods of less than one week shall be considered
lodging units even though they contain independent kitchen facilities.
Lodging Unit
A room or rooms connected together, constituting a separate lodging for one family only, physically
separated from any other rooms or dwelling or lodging units. Where two or more rooms are connected by
a doorway or doorways, and arranged, equipped and furnished in such a manner that they might
reasonably be rented, leased or occupied, either individually or in combination, each room shall be
construed as a lodging unit.
Logo
An established identifying symbol or mark associated with a business or business entity.
Lot
Land bounded by lines established for the purpose of property division. The term includes water areas
included in the property so enclosed. As used in this Ordinance, unless the context indicates otherwise,
the term refers to a zoning lot. (See Lot, Zoning).
Lot IIf; fiiiin114iii0in
(See Lot, Lot Zoning, Lot Non - Conforming, Lot Non -Legal for Zoning Purposes, Lot Area Net, Lot Area
Gross, Lot Building Area Of, Gross Land Area of PD -H Districts, Setback, Lot Regular, Lot Irregular,
Residential Land Area).
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An irregularly shaped lot where the buildable portion of the lot is connected to its street frontage by an
arm of the lot.
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Section 10.1: Definitions
at the distance prescribed for a rear setback from the apex of the angle. Adjacent to the
remainder of such lot lines, side setback requirements shall apply.
C. Side setback on regular lots are setbacks running from the rear line of the front setback to the
front line of the rear setback. Depth of side setbacks shall be measured perpendicular to the side
lot line, so that the required setback is a strip of the minimum depth prescribed by district
regulations.
Lot, SUbdilvilsiloin
A piece, parcel or plat of land created pursuant to the subdivision regulations contained within this
Ordinance and shown as such on a recorded subdivision plat.
Lot, Usable
The portion of a zoning lot unencumbered by stream buffers, drainage easements, public and private
rights -of -way, access easements, and transmission line easements. Lot, Usable also excludes all areas
within lots having slopes greater than 20 %, all bodies of water including, but not limited to, ponds, lakes,
reservoirs and the area within wildlife corridors (as defined in the Land Use Element of the Orange
County Comprehensive Plan) up to a maximum width of 150 feet total or the width of the stream buffer,
whichever is greater.
Lot, Zoning
A. Residential: A lot which complies with the dimensional requirements for the land use intended for
the zoning district in which it is to be located and which lot is either a lot of record, a subdivision lot,
or a lot created by a recorded subdivision plat not requiring Orange County subdivision approval.
B. Non - Residential: A lot which complies with the dimensional requirements for the land use intended
for the zoning district in which it is located.
C. When a zoning lot is divided by the recording of an approved subdivision plat or by the recording of
a subdivision plat not requiring Orange County subdivision approval, each resulting lot is a zoning
lot.
D. In cases where authorities empowered to exercise eminent domain, by purchase or condemnation,
create residual lots of lesser area, width or a combination thereof than required in the district, such
lots shall be treated as non - conforming lots and used as permitted in Article 8 of this Ordinance
(Non- conformities).
Low 11f; )einsllty Option
One of two approaches available for development in watershed overlay districts. Generally, the low -
density option relies on density and impervious surface limits to minimize the risk of water pollution.
Lowest adjacent grade (LAG)
The elevation of the ground, sidewalk, patio slab, or deck support immediately next to the building after
completion of the building.
Lowest floor
The sub floor, top of slab or grade of the lowest enclosed area (including basement). An unfinished or
flood resistant enclosure, usable solely for parking of vehicles, building access, or limited storage in an
area other than a basement area is not considered a building's lowest floor provided that such an
enclosure is not built so as to render the structure in violation of the applicable non - elevation design
requirements of this Ordinance.
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Section 10.1: Definitions
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Outdoor viii htiiiing, LAOf Ill : :::1xtUr
A fixture shielded or constructed in such a manner that no more than 2 'h% of the total light emitted by
the fixture is projected above the horizontal plane of the fixture.
Outdoor viii htiiiing, 11)11rect viii ht
Light emitted directly from the lamp, off of the reflector diffuser, or through the refractor or diffuser lens, of
a luminaire.
Outdoor viii htiiiing, III : :::1XtUr
The assembly that houses the lamp or lamps and can include all or some of the following parts: a
housing, a mounting bracket or pole socket, a lamp holder, a ballast, a reflector or mirror, and /or a
refractor or lens.
Outdoor viii htiiiing, 11::::]ood IL ii l
A form of lighting designed to direct its output in a specific direction with a reflector formed from the glass
envelope of the lamp itself. Such lamps are so designated by the manufacturers and are typically used in
residential outdoor area lighting.
Outdoor viii htiiiing, Ill : :::] IIliii Iht
A form of lighting designated to direct its output in a diffuse, more or less specific direction, with reflecting
or refracting elements located external to the lamp.
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Outdoor viii htiii inn, III ° °Ill 111 iii Ilf)r tiii in
Holiday displays, decorations and greetings, which relate to any federally designated holiday, legal
holiday or religious holiday.
Outdoor viii htiiiing, IL ii l
The source of electric light: the bulb. To be distinguished from fixture and luminaire.
16 Staff is proposing to eliminate this definition as the term `Glare' is defined within the UDO already. The term
glare now applies to additional development issues not involving `outdoor lighting' or the regulation of lighting and,
as such, should not be construed as only having an outdoor lighting connotation.
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Article 10: Definitions
Section 10.1: Definitions
A unit of luminous flux. One foot - candle is one lumen per square foot. For the purposes of this
Ordinance, the lumen- output values shall be the tiia llJumen output ratings of a lamp.
Outdoor Lii htiiiing, Lilimiiiinall °
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Outdoor Lii htiiiing, Seii „,, LAOff Ilf ° °iiixtUr
An outdoor fixture shielded or constructed in such a manner that it emits no more than 5% of its light
above the horizontal plane of the fixture, and no more than 20% of its light ten degrees below the
horizontal plane of the fixture.
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Outdoor Lii htiiiing, Upward
Projection of light above the horizontal plane.
Overlay ire iii ire 11I) Ili tr iii ty Overlay Zoine
A special zoning district that applies supplemental standards in addition to the underlying zoning
requirements.
11I ::Iaclkage rr tim int III °'Ill int
Privately owned and operated sewage treatment facility. These plants are prefabricated by the
manufacturer and delivered as completed units to the clients.
III °I rlkll in Ilf; l
A special structure of two or more levels designed to be used for the temporary storage of motor vehicles.
11I ::Iedestr-,Ili ain/Laindscalpe lf tii
This is the minimum square footage of pedestrian access and landscaped areas in a non - residential
development for each square foot of gross land area.
11I ::Iedestr-,Ili ain/Laindscalped Space
1' Staff modification to definition incorporating elements of from the Dark Sky model lighting ordinance as well as
standards from the Illuminating Engineering Society of North America [IESNA]
" Staff had concerns over defining this specific classification of light source given we do not have definitions for all
lighting sources /fixtures. The Planning Board recommended the inclusion of the definition given they are
specifically prohibited from use within the UDO.
19 Added to address comments made at the September 5, 2012 ORC Planning Board meeting.
zo Definition recommended by the Planning Board at its October 7, 2009 regular meeting.
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