Chapter 25.04
SITE LIGHTING

Sections:

25.04.010    Pedestrian, accent and security lighting.

25.04.010 Pedestrian, accent and security lighting.

In order to enhance vehicular and pedestrian visibility while minimizing lighting glare and contrast, prevent undesired off-site glare, emphasize attractive features, illuminate sites and attract visitors to destinations using the minimum amount of light needed to do so, the following standards in addition to the lighting regulations in the City of Grand Junction Zoning and Development Code (GJMC Title 21) shall apply to lighting within the 24 Road Corridor:

(a)    All new development shall provide pedestrian lighting along public streets and pedestrian/bicycle trails.

(b)    Lighting shall be designed to provide even and uniform light distribution without hot spots, dark spots, or glare.

(c)    Lighting shall be designed to minimize dark areas that could pose a security concern near pedestrian areas.

(d)    Pedestrian circulation systems shall be highlighted by visible light sources that clearly indicate the path of travel ahead.

(e)    Accent fixtures providing direct illumination shall be in character with the architectural and landscape design character of the development.

(f)    Architectural lighting shall not be used to draw attention to or advertise buildings or properties. Architectural lighting may be used to highlight specific architectural, artistic or pedestrian features with the intent of providing accent and interest or to help identify entryways.

(g)    Accent lighting of landscape and/or pedestrian areas shall be mounted close to the ground and use a low level of illumination, such as bollard lighting or similar low mount fixtures used for illuminating landscaping and pedestrian areas.

(h)    All accent and security lighting shall be shielded and downcast.

Examples of appropriate pedestrian lighting		Example of low level accent lighting

(Ord. 4719, 9-21-16)