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Council affirms zoning board decision on lighting variance after debate and public opposition
Summary
Council affirmed the Board of Zoning Adjustments decision on a lighting variance for a private soccer field (Bill 5431) after public testimony and council debate about light levels, pole heights and neighborhood impacts; the vote outcome and the chair’s explanation about voting consequences drew attention.
The St. Charles County Council voted on Oct. 27 to affirm the Board of Zoning Adjustments decision on Variance 25‑03a, a petition seeking taller poles and brighter lighting for a private soccer field. The variance request — described in public comment as asking for 40-foot poles and about 50 foot‑candles of illumination where code allows 20-foot poles — drew opposition from nearby residents concerned about light pollution and wildlife.
"Why does he need 50 foot candles out in a rural area for a soccer field for kids," resident Rosak said during public…
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