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amenities. Entrances and parking lots should be configured to be functional and inviting with
walkways conveniently tied to logical destinations. Bus stops and drop-off/pick-up points should
be considered as integral parts of the configuration. Special design features such as towers,
arcades, porticos, pedestrian light fixtures, bollards, planter walls, and other architectural elements
that define circulation ways and outdoor spaces should anchor pedestrian ways. The features and
spaces should enhance the building and the center as integral parts of the Community fabric.
STANDARD: Each commercial establishment subject to these standards shall contribute to the
establishment or enhancement of pedestrian and public spaces by providing at least two of the
following: patio/seating area, pedestrian plaza with benches, transportation center, window
shopping walkways, outdoor play area, kiosk area, water feature, clock tower, steeple, or other
such deliberately shaped area and/or a focal feature or amenity that, in the judgment of the
Planning Commission, adequately enhances such Community and public spaces. Any such areas
shall have direct access to the public sidewalk network and such features shall not be constructed
of materials that are inferior to the principal materials of the building and landscape.
4.14 Commercial Lighting Standards
A. Purpose. Effective outdoor lighting enhances the City of Rexburg's character and identity, promotes a pleasant
and soft ambiance, protects astronomical observations, and provides safety and security for persons and
property by reducing glare and large variations in lighting levels. Excessive light or light pollution, can be
annoying, cause safety problems, and reduce privacy. Uniformity of lighting reduces the need for human
adaptation to varying brightness levels and visual discomfort and enhances security and safety. In order to
effectively regulate these activities, communities are empowered to establish regulations and standards for all
outdoor lighting. This Section contains standards and guidelines to preserve, protect, and enhance the night sky
in the City of Rexburg;
This Section, and any rules, regulations and specifications hereafter adopted, is initiated for the following
purposes:
1. To promote and protect the public health, safety and welfare.
2. To preserve, protect, and enhance the natural beauty of the "Night Sky".
3. To encourage and promote the conservation of energy resources.
4. To promote safety and security for persons and property, drivers and pedestrians.
5. To maintain and enhance property values.
6. To adopt clear standards for all outdoor lighting and to inform the public of those standards
7. To implement the goals and objectives of the Comprehensive Plan.
8. To eliminate light trespass onto abutting properties.
9. To promote appropriate business.
10. To enhance community identity.
B. Scope and Applicability.
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C. Interpretation.
1. Greater Restrictions Prevail. In their interpretation and application the provisions of this section shall be
considered as minimum requirements. Where the provisions of this Section impose greater restrictions than
any statute, other regulations, ordinance or covenant, the provisions of this Section shall prevail. Where the
provisions of any statute, other regulation, ordinance or covenant impose greater restrictions than the
provision of this Section, the provisions of such statute, other regulation, ordinance or covenant shall
prevail.
2. Severability of Parts. The various sections, subparagraphs, sentences, phrases and clauses of this Section
are hereby declared to be severing able. If any such part of this Section is declared to be invalid by a court
of competent jurisdiction or is amended or deleted by the City Council, all remaining parts shall remain
valid and in force.
D. Definitions. Unless the context requires otherwise, the following definitions shall be used in the interpretation
and construction of this Section. Words used in the present tense include the future; the singular includes the
plural; the word "shall' is mandatory and not directory; the word "may" is permissive. Words used in this
Section, but not defined herein, shall have the meaning first as defined in any other ordinance adopted by the
City of Rexburg and then its common, ordinary meaning.
Area Light. Light that produces over 1800 lumens and is designed to light an exterior space. Area lights include,
but are not limited to, street lights, parking lot lights and yard lights.
Downlighting. Fully shielded light that is directed in such a manner as to shine light rays only below the
horizontal plane
Flood light. A lamp that produces up to one thousand eight hundred (1,800) lumens and
is designed to flood a well-defined area with light.
Foot-candle (Q. The American unit used to measure the total amount of light cast on a surface (illuminance).
For example, the full moon produces .01 foot-candles. foot-candles are measured with a light meter.
Full cut-off luminaires. An industry recognized term meaning a luminaire designed and installed such that no
light is emitted at or above the horizontal, and limited light (100 candela per thousand lamp lumens) is emitted
everywhere between horizontal and 10 degrees below horizontal.
Fully shielded. The luminaire and its mounting, taken as a whole, allow no direct light above the horizontal.
Glare. Stray light striking the eye that may result in:
a. Nuisance or annoyance glares such as light shining into a window.
b. Discomfort glare such as bright light causing squinting of the eyes.
c. Disabling glare such as bright light reducing the ability of the eyes to see into shadows.
d. Reduction of visual performance.
Height (of light). The height shall be measured from grade to the lamp center or flat -lens surface, whichever is
lower.
Holiday lighting. Strings of individual lamps, where the lamps are at least three inches apart and the output per
lamp is not greater than fifteen (15) lumens.
Illuminance. The amount of light falling on any point of a surface measured in foot-candles or lux.
Measurements are taken at ground level with sensor parallel to the ground for horizontal illuminance and
measured at 5 feet above ground with sensor perpendicular to the ground for vertical illuminance. See also
Maintained Illuminance and Light Loss Factor.
IESNA. Illuminating Engineering Society of North America (IES or IESNA). The professional society of
lighting engineers.
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IESNA Recommended Practices. The current publications of the IESNA setting forth illuminance levels and
other lighting practices.
Lamn. The generic term for an artificial light source, to be distinguished from the whole assembly (see
Luminaire). Commonly referred to as "bulb".
Light loss factor (LLF). A factor by which the rated initial illuminance is multiplied to determine the
Maintained Illuminance. LLF includes factors for Lamp Lumen Depreciation and Luminaire Degradation. A
0.9 or greater Luminaire Degradation factor should be used unless another factor can be justified because of
unusual degradation conditions. Lamp Lumen Depreciation is based upon manufacturers' data,
Light trespass. Unnecessary light from one property or public space falling on another property or public space.
Lighting Plan. Documents specific to a project or development that describe the location and characteristics of
all exterior lighting and the light levels in and adjacent to the property,
Luminaire. The complete lighting unit, including the lamp, the fixture, and other parts.
Maintained illuminance. The condition just prior to a time when luminaire cleaning and lamp replacement is
necessary.
E. Standards and Criteria.
1. Shielded Fixtures. All outdoor lighting shall be fully shielded. Full cutoff lights are required.
2. Color. High-pressure sodium lamps shall be used in commercial and public applications, however metal
halide or fluorescent lamps may be permitted for applications where the applicant can show a need for good
color rendition that is necessary to the function, such as retail sales lots.
3. Light Trespass. All light fixtures, including security lighting, shall be aimed and shielded so that the
direct illumination shall be confined to the property boundaries of the light source. Care shall be taken to
assure that the direct illumination does not fall onto or across any public or private street or road.
Freestanding luminaires that are closer to the property boundary than 3 times the height of the lamp above
grade shall use an asymmetrical light distribution or shall be fitted with a cutoff shield (also known as
house -side shields) such that the illuminance at the property boundary is less than 1/20 of the maximum
from said luminaire.
All bright lighting shall be turned off after 11:00 P.M. except to conclude a specific event that is underway.
4. Lighting of Flags. The lighting of Federal or State flags shall be permitted provided that the light is a
narrow beam with a lumen output of less than 1300 candles. The external beam shall minimize light
trespass and/or glare. Downlighting of flags is encouraged. Lowering flags at sunset to avoid the need for
lighting is encouraged.
5. Canopy Lighting. Canopy lighting shall be flush with the under surface of the canopy.
6. Conformance with Applicable Codes. All outdoor electrically powered illuminating devices shall be
installed in conformance with the provisions of this Section, Building Codes, the Electrical Code, and Sign
Ordinance, with appropriate permits and inspection.
7. Roadway/Streetlights.
a. Full cut off. All new lighting for highways and streets shall be full cutoff.
b. Light Source. All streetlights shall use high-pressure Sodium lamps.
c. Height. Streetlights shall not exceed 25 feet in Height except where deemed necessary for public
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health and safety and upon recommendation by the Director of Public Works.
8. Parking Lots.
a. Height. Height of parking area lights should be in proportion to the building mass and height, and
shall be no more than 25 feet.
b. Maximum initial horizontal illuminance. Maximum initial horizontal illuminance at any point within
shall not exceed 4 foot-candles. Initial horizontal illuminance shall not exceed 0.2 foot-candles at the
property boundary abutting residential properties.
c. Parking Lot Lighting. Parking lot lighting shall comply with all other requirements of this Section.
9. Recreation Areas.
a. Type of Lighting. All recreation lighting shall be fully shielded, or be designed or provided with sharp
cutoff capability, so as to minimize up -light, spill light, and glare.
b. Turn Off Time. All recreational lighting shall be turned off within thirty (30) minutes of the
completion of the last game, practice, or event. In no case shall recreational lighting occur after 11:00
P.M. except to conclude a specific sporting event that is underway.
c. IESNA Certificate. All new recreational lighting fixtures shall meet the recommended standard
illumination levels for recreational lighting as established by the Illuminating Engineering Society of
North America (IESNA).
10. Service stations and retail sales lots.
a. Metal Halide Lamns. Metal halide lamps are permitted.
b. Car Dealerships. Maximum horizontal initial illuminance shall be 5-10 foot-candles at the roadway
and 2-5 elsewhere. (reference: IESNA RP 33-99 table 7, secondary business districts and small towns).
All bright non -security lighting shall be turned off after 11:00 P.M.
c. Service Stations. Average initial horizontal illuminance shall be no greater than 5 foot-candles in the
pump area and 2 foot-candles elsewhere. (Reference IESNA Recommended Practice RP -33-99, Table
8, dark surroundings).
11. Residential Lighting. For all residential luminaires with an output greater than 1000 lumens (equivalent to
a 60 watt incandescent bulb) the following requirements shall.apply.
Bare Bulb Light Fixtures. Bare bulb light fixtures are prohibited. The lamp shall be diffused or
shielded so that it can not be seen from public areas or roadways or any other property.
b. Security Li hg tine. Security lighting shall be fully shielded and shall be set on a time or motion
detector that shuts lighting off after a reasonable increment of time.
c. Private Facilities. Private sport court facilities shall use fully shielded fixtures and shall not use the
lights after 11:00 P.M.
12. Signs. Signs, including directional, project entrance; free standing, building, and monument signs shall
comply with the following requirements:
a. Shielded. All lighting fixtures shall be aimed and shielded so that light is directed only onto the sign
fagade. The lamp shall not be visible from streets, roads, or properties.
b. Mounting. Lighting fixtures shall be mounted so as to light the sign.
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c. Maximum. A maximum of 5 foot-candles average over the sign surface is permitted.
d. Signs in residential zones. Signs that abut residential zones shall be designed, placed, and landscaped
in such a manner so that the lighting does not trespass onto residential properties. The light shall be
confined to the surface of the sign.
e. Externally illuminated signs. Externally illuminated signs shall be downlighted. Internally illuminated
signs shall have a dark or opaque background.
13. Exempt Lighting. The following lighting shall be exempt from the provisions of this Section:
a. Holiday lighting from November I to January 15.
b. Traffic control signals and devices.
c. Temporary emergency lighting in use by law enforcement or government agencies or at their direction.
d. Temporary lighting, used for a period not to exceed thirty (30) days in any one year period for
festivals, celebrations, or other public activities.
e. Temporary construction lighting used for a period not to exceed thirty (30) days in any one year
period.
f Residential luminaires with an output less than 1000 lumens (equivalent to a 60 watt incandescent
bulb) regardless of the number of lamps.
g. Sensor activated luminaires, provided:
(1) It is located in such a manner as to prevent glare and lighting onto properties of others or into a
public right-of-way.
(2) The luminaire is set to go on only w hen activated and to go off within five minutes after
activation has ceased.
(3) The luminaire shall not be triggered by activity off the property.
14. Prohibited Lighting. The following lighting shall be prohibited except as provided in Subsection 13
Exempt lighting:
a. Unshielded Lighting, Unshielded lighting for any purpose is prohibited.
b. Flashing. Blinking, Intermittent Lights. Flashing, blinking, intermittent lights or other lights that move
or give the impression of movement, is prohibited. Holiday lighting between November 1 and January
15 is permitted.
c. Building mounted lights. Spotlights may not be affixed to buildings for the purpose of lighting parking
lots or sales display lot areas.
d. Searchlights. Floodlights. etc. Searchlights, floodlights, laser source lights, strobe, or flashing lights,
illusion lights, or any similar high intensity light shall be permitted only with the issuance of a 48-hour
temporary use permit. Any time beyond a 48-hour time period may be permitted by the issuance of a
Conditional Use Permit approved by the Planning and Zoning Commission.
F. Abatement of Nonconforming Outdoor Lighting.
1. Abatement Required. Nonconforming lighting (lighting that does not conform to this Section but existed
at the time of the adoption of this Section) shall be brought into compliance, unless otherwise exempted by
this Section, pursuant to the abatement schedule contained in this Section.
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2. Schedule of Abatement. All legally existing, nonconforming outdoor lighting shall be brought into
compliance by the property owner as follows:
a. As a condition for approval upon application for a building permit, sign permit, conditional use permit,
or similar City of Rexburg permit.
b. All damaged or inoperative non -conforming lighting shall be replaced or repaired with lighting
equipment and fixtures that comply with this Section.
c. All existing outdoor lighting that requires the re -aiming of a lamp bulb or bulbs shall be brought into
conformance with this Section within ninety (90) days from the date of the adoption of this Section.
d. All existing outdoor lighting that requires shielding of a lamp bulb or bulbs shall be brought into
conformance with this Section within five (5) years from the date of the adoption of this Section.
e. Any dusk -to -dawn security or barnyard type lights emitting over 5000 initial lumens, installed prior to
the adoption of this Section shall be fully shielded within five (5) years of the adoption of this Section.
f. All outdoor lighting not previously scheduled for abatement or otherwise exempted shall be brought
into conformance with this Section within ten (10) years from the date of the adoption of this Section.
g. Non -complying streetlights that do no meet the requirements of this Section shall be brought into
compliance as part of the City of Rexburg's Capital Facilities Improvements Plan within ten (10) years
of the date of this Section.
G. Review Procedures.
1. Lighting Plans Required. All commercial building plans, commercial sign permit applications,
conditional use permits, and subdivision applications shall include a detailed lighting plan that shows
evidence that the proposed lighting fixtures and light sources comply with this Section.
Lighting Plans shall include the following:
a. Plans or drawings indicating the proposed location of lighting fixtures, height of lighting fixtures, and
type of illumination devices, lamps, supports, shielding, and reflectors used along with installation and
electrical details.
b. Illustrations, such as those contained in a manufacturer's catalog, of all proposed lighting fixtures.
c. Photometric data, such as that furnished by manufacturers, showing illumination levels in wattage and
Imnens per lamp and lighting fixture, product specifications and IES formatted photometry files for
said product.
d. Photometric Layout. The following information must be provided:
(1) Rated Initial Lamp Lumens.
(2) Lamp Lumen Depreciation (LLD).
(3) Luminaire Dirt Depreciation (LDD) A value of 0.9 or greater should be used, absent approved
justification for another value.
(4) Luminance (for streetlighting applications only).
(5) Initial and maintained horizontal and vertical Illuminance within the site and to 20 feet beyond the
property boundary, maxima, minima, uniformity ratios.
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(6) Small Target visibility (for street lighting applications only).
(7) Location, orientation, height, luminaire specifications, lamp specifications for all exterior lights.
H. Approval Procedure.
1. Small Scale Applications. Lighting plans for developments of one (1) acre or less shall be approved by
the City of Rexburg's Public Works Director and Community Development Director.
2. New Development. New development applications shall include a detailed lighting plan that will be
approved as part of the development approval in compliance with the City of Rexburg's Subdivision
Ordinance, the conditional use permit, or the building permit.
3. Signs Applications. Sign applications shall include a detailed lighting plan that will be approved as part of
the sign application approval.
4. Compliance with this Section. All lighting approvals shall be granted only in compliance with this
Section.
5. Suspension, revocation, or modifications to the Lighting Plan. The Public Works Director may
suspend, revoke, or require modification of any lighting plan that is not in compliance with this Section.
6. Lamp or Fixture Substitution. If any outdoor light fixture or the type of light sauce therein is proposed
to be changed after a lighting plan has been approved, a change request must be submitted to the Public
Works Director for approval. Adequate information to assure compliance with all codes must be provided
and the change request must be received prior to substitution.
1. Appeal Procedure. The applicant or any person aggrieved by a final decision, determination, or requirement
imposed regarding this Section may appeal according to the provisions set forth by the City of Rexburg's
Development Code.
J. Enforcement. The City of Rexburg's Planning and Zoning Commission is authorized as the enforcing agency
for this Section, and shall enforce all provisions, entering actions in court if necessary, and his failure to do so
shall not legalize any violations of this Section.
4.15 Planned Unit Development (PUD)
A. Purpose. It is the purpose of this section to allow residential planned unit developments in several residential
zones to allow a more flexible approach to land development than that which is normally accomplished through
the subdivision and zoning ordinances of the city. The planned unit development approach is intended to
provide more desirable environments by encouraging creative site planning and building designs; to make
possible greater diversification between buildings and open spaces; and to conserve land and natural resources
and minimize development costs. The planned unit development approach, however, is not intended to allow
uses on land within a planned unit development other than uses permitted within the zone that is applicable to
the land, unless otherwise stated in this ordinance.
B. Planning Commission and City Council Authority. The planning commission shall make a recommendation
to the City Council to either approve, approve with conditions, or disapprove planned unit developments in any
residential or commercial zone, or any combination of them, subject to the provisions of this section. The City
Council shall have the authority to approve, approve with conditions, or disapprove planned unit developments
in any residential or commercial zone, or any combination of them, subject to the provisions of this section.
C. Pre -Application Conference. Prior to filing an application for a planned unit development, the applicant shall
review the preliminary master plan with the Planning and Zoning Commission and City Council or designated
representative at a pre -application conference. The purpose of the pre -application conference is to inform the
city of the nature of a likely PUD application at an early date and to provide the potential applicant with
information on what will be needed to make an application complete.
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