a. Class 1 Lighting (High Activity Areas)

Lighting used for outdoor sales or eating areas, assembly or repair areas, signage, recreational facilities, and other similar applications where accurate color rendition is important to preserve the effectiveness of the activity.

b. Class 2 Lighting (Security and Public Safety)

Lighting used for illumination of walkways, roadways, equipment yards, parking lots, and outdoor security where general illumination for safety or security of the grounds is the primary purpose.

c. Class 3 Lighting (Decorative and Accent)

Lighting used for decorative effects such as architectural illumination, flag and monument lighting, and illumination of landscaping elements.

d. Multi-Class Lighting

Lighting used for more than one purpose such that the use falls within more than one class as defined for Class 1, 2, or 3 lighting. Multi-class lighting must conform to the standards that apply to the most restrictive included class.

a. Lighting Plan Submittal Required

b. Plan Approval

If the Director determines that any proposed lighting does not comply with this Code, the associated permit shall not be issued or the application approved unless an alternative is approved pursuant to Section 5.8.D(2)c, below.

c. Discretionary Approval of Lighting Alternatives

The Director may approve alternative lighting designs, materials, or methods of installation or operation not specifically prescribed by this Code provided the proposed alternative: