Town of Huntsville Outdoor Lighting By-law sets out the municipal regulations for responsible lighting and light pollution mitigation for residential, commercial, and industrial properties.
Follow the five principles of outdoor lighting. These principles ensure outdoor light is only used when and where it is needed, and in ways that reduce light pollution and its harmful effects.
● USEFUL Use light only if it is needed. All light should have a clear purpose.
● TARGETED Shield and aim your light so it only falls downward and where it is useful.
● LOW-LEVEL Light should be no brighter than necessary to save money and reduce glare.
● CONTROLLED Light should only be on when needed. Use timers and motion sensors. ● WARM-COLOURED Warm-coloured light causes less skyglow. Use amber-toned lighting when possible. For more information about the by- law and assistance in assessing your outdoor needs go to
https://www.huntsville.ca/home-property/by-law/outdoor-lighting-by-law/
Follow the five principles of outdoor lighting. These principles ensure outdoor light is only used when and where it is needed, and in ways that reduce light pollution and its harmful effects.
● USEFUL Use light only if it is needed. All light should have a clear purpose.
● TARGETED Shield and aim your light so it only falls downward and where it is useful.
● LOW-LEVEL Light should be no brighter than necessary to save money and reduce glare.
● CONTROLLED Light should only be on when needed. Use timers and motion sensors. ● WARM-COLOURED Warm-coloured light causes less skyglow. Use amber-toned lighting when possible. For more information about the by- law and assistance in assessing your outdoor needs go to
https://www.huntsville.ca/home-property/by-law/outdoor-lighting-by-law/
Photo - Susan Oling
