Commission to hold hearing on light-pollution regulations after reviewing Raleigh model
Aug 18, 2026
After reviewing a comprehensive light-pollution model from Raleigh, N.C., the commission agreed some provisions may not apply locally but voted to proceed to a public hearing next month on a county ordinance based on the model.
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Commissioners reviewed sample light-pollution regulations from Raleigh, N.C., and concluded the model ordinance was broad and would require tailoring to Dakota County conditions. Planning and Zoning Administrator Joe O’Neill presented the sample and said the model contains provisions that are “very inclusive” though not all apply locally at present.
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