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Variance sought for Benny Road school practice‑field lighting; council continues final vote two weeks

St. Charles County Council · October 15, 2025
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Summary

A petitioner requested a zoning variance (VAR 25‑03 / Bill 54‑31) to allow higher light levels for a practice soccer field at a Benny Road school. The petitioner said the proposed illumination is for practice safety (not games), that overall field illuminance is ~14.27 foot‑candles with localized spill up to ~0.8–0.9 foot‑candles (county ordinance

The council heard a detailed presentation on Bill 54‑31 (VAR 25‑03), a zoning matter affirming action of the Board of Zoning Adjustment regarding field lighting at a Benny Road school site. The petitioner explained the proposal is for a practice field — not a game field — and said the lights are intended for weekday evening practice with an automatic shutoff at 9 p.m.

The petitioner described the lighting design and submitted photometric plans to staff. He said the plan will…

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