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Plan commission votes to recommend lighting‑ordinance changes to council after technical review
Summary
The commission recommended that council adopt the revised Chapter 33 lighting ordinance (first reading as amended) after staff explained technical feedback and recommended keeping a 3,000‑lumen allowance for flexibility; the motion passed by voice vote.
The Middleton Plan Commission voted to recommend to council that the amended Chapter 33 lighting ordinance proceed in first reading after staff summarized technical feedback from a lighting professional. Staff said the model ordinance language that allows fixtures up to 3,000 lumens provides flexibility for designers while the city gains experience with the new code.
Daphne (planning staff) described the technician’s concern and explained why staff recommends retaining the 3,000‑lumen allowance—so applicants can reach higher localized intensity with multiple fixtures rather than a blanket higher foot‑candle requirement. Commissioner Randy moved that the commission recommend the lighting ordinance as proposed in first reading; the motion was seconded and approved by voice vote.
The motion carried without a recorded roll‑call vote in the meeting record. Staff said the ordinance will return to council for first reading as recommended by the commission.
What happens next: the commission’s recommendation will be forwarded to the council for first reading as amended; staff will monitor how the model language is used and may propose adjustments after implementation.
