ORDINANCE NUMBER __ 351 ___
ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 9 , PLANNING AND ZONING , OF THE SUN VALLEY Y CODE , TO ESTABLISH EXTERIOR LIGHTING REGULATIONS OF THE Y OF SUN VALLEY , BLAINE COUNTY , IDAHO ; PROVIDING FOR THE CODIFICATION THE ORDINANCE ; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE OF THIS ORDINANCE .
WHEREAS , the Sun Valley Planning and Zoning Commission finds that unnecessary and improperly gned light fixtures cause glare , light pollution and wasted resources ; and ,
TION :
WHEREAS , glare and light pollution can result in : hazardous circulation conditions for all modes of portation ; the diminishing ability to view the night sky ; light trespass ; and , unattractive townscape ; and ,
D-1 : Purpose D-2 : Applicability
WHEREAS , the people who live in and near Sun Valley value the natural environment , including the beauty D-3 : Definitions high quality of the night sky ; and ,
D-4 : General Provisions D-5 : Procedures
WHEREAS , the City of Sun Valley is a destination resort community , dependent upon its natural resources D-6 : Violations environment to attract tourists and residents ; and ,
WHEREAS , the City of Sun Valley desires to protect the health , safety and welfare of the residents , tourists rists and general public , and to protect the night sky that adds to the quality of life and economic well being of the and ,
-1: PURPOSE : This Article together with amendments thereto , Valley Exterior Lighting Ordinance . The purpose of these regulat
WHEREAS , these criteria for exterior lighting will not sacrifice the safety of our citizens or visitors , or the rity of property , but instead will result in safer , efficient and more cost-effective lighting , and
WHEREAS , the City Council for the City of Sun Valley desires to adopt the above findings so as to provide he public health , safety and welfare in the City ;
W , THEREFORE , BE IT ORDAINED by the Mayor and City Council of the City of Sun Valley , Idaho , as ws :
TION 1 : Section 9-1-2 , INTENT , of Chapter 1 , Zoning Title and Intent , of Title 9 , PLANNING AND ING , of the Sun Valley Municipal Code , is hereby amended by adding the following new Subsection J . after ection I .:
To preserve and protect the night sky , and provide for the safety and enjoyment of the City ’ s residents and ors by protecting against excessive exterior lighting and glare .
TION 2 : Subsection 9-9B-5 . D , DESIGN REVIEW GUIDELINES , of Chapter 9 , Article B , Sign Regulations , of 9 , PLANNING AND ZONING , of the Sun Valley Municipal Code , is hereby amended by deleting the strucklanguage and adding the underlined language as follows :
All light sources shall comply with an approved exterior lighting plan , pursuant to Article D of this Chapter 9 oncealed from public view and indirect .
TION 3 : Chapter 9 , SUPPLEMENTARY REGULATIONS , of T ey Municipal Code , is hereby amended by establishing a new AR ULATIONS , as follows :
CHAPTER 9 SUPPLEMENTARY REG
ARTICLE D . EXTERIOR LIGHTIN
afety and welfare , the quality of life , and the ability to view the n process for review of exterior lighting . This Article establishes sta accomplish the following :
A . To provide safe roadways for motorists , cyclists and pedestria provided where needed to promote safety and security ; B . To minimize the effects of direct glare and excessive lighting ; C . To protect the nighttime use and enjoyment of property and c nvironment , and thereby help preserve the quality of life in the C D . To prevent light trespass in all areas of the City ; E . To promote energy efficient and cost effective lighting in all a F . To allow for flexibility in the style of lighting fixtures ; G . To define practical and effective measures by which the obtru minimized , and provide lighting practices that direct appropriate a H . To provide assistance to property owners and occupants in br with this Article ; and . To work with other jurisdictions within Blaine County to mee
-2 : APPLICABILITY : A .
B .
All exterior lighting installed after the effective date of th established by this Article .
All existing exterior lighting installed before the effective conformance with this Article , except Section 9-9D-4 . C ,
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