Grand Lake Enacts Ordinance to Preserve Nighttime Skies: What This Means for Holiday Lighting Plans

At the Grand Lake Board of Trustees meeting on September 23, Ordinance Number 07-2024 was approved with a 6-1 vote, amending the town’s code to implement a comprehensive lighting management plan designed to minimize light pollution and support the community’s goal of achieving International Dark Sky certification. Presented by Community Development Director Kim White, the ordinance outlines specific guidelines for outdoor lighting, including limits on lumens per fixture, acceptable light temperatures, and regulations for business lighting hours. The plan encourages compliance within ten years for town-owned lighting and aims to engage residents and businesses in reducing excessive outdoor lighting to preserve the natural night sky. Additionally, the ordinance includes measures to limit light trespassing and provides exceptions for holiday lighting, ensuring community input on the final guidelines. As Grand Lake works toward its dark sky certification, the initiative is expected to enhance tourism by attracting visitors interested in astro-tourism and the pristine nighttime views local residents cherish.

Grand Lake Enacts Ordinance to Preserve Nighttime Skies: What This Means for Holiday Lighting Plans

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