Sign-illumination limits dominate dark-sky certification discussion

Mar 5, 2026

Commissioners and staff debated sticking points in dark-sky certification, particularly a proposed restriction that business signs be extinguished after hours; commissioners raised concerns about grandfathering, retrofit costs and free-speech implications.

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Staff reviewed the dark-sky certification checklist and identified several sticking points in the city's Unified Development Code that may prevent certification without modification or alternative measures.

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