Guam An Ordinance to Amend Zoning Ordinance Lighting Requirements and Restrictions

• Category: Government - Ordinances and Codes
• State: Multi-State
• Control #: US-M-9707
• Format: Word; Rich Text

Description

This is a sample of Municipal Codes when dealing with an ordinance concerning the amendment of a zoning ordinance for lighting requirements and/or restrictions. This may be used across the United States. Guam, officially known as the Territory of Guam, is an unincorporated organized territory of the United States located in the western Pacific Ocean. It is one of the 17 non-self-governing territories recognized by the United Nations and is geographically part of the Mariana Islands. Now let's focus on the topic of "Guam — An Ordinance to Amend Zoning Ordinance Lighting Requirements and Restrictions". The Guam Zoning Ordinance is a set of regulations that governs land use and development within the territory. It establishes guidelines for building height, setback, density, and other factors to ensure orderly development and protect the quality of life for residents. One aspect covered by the Guam Zoning Ordinance is lighting requirements and restrictions. These regulations aim to address issues related to light pollution, energy conservation, and the overall aesthetics of the island at night. By implementing specific lighting standards, Guam seeks to achieve a balance between safety, functionality, and environmental impact. The proposed ordinance to amend the Zoning Ordinance Lighting Requirements and Restrictions on Guam aims to update and refine the existing guidelines. It may introduce new provisions that address advancements in lighting technology, sustainability practices, and potential concerns raised by community members. Some relevant keywords associated with this topic include: 1. Lighting standards: This refers to the minimum requirements for lighting, including brightness levels, color temperature, and positioning, to ensure safe and efficient illumination. 2. Light pollution: This refers to the excessive or misdirected artificial light that interferes with the natural darkness of an area, impacting the visibility of stars, wildlife, and human health. 3. Energy conservation: This keyword emphasizes the importance of reducing energy consumption through the use of energy-efficient lighting fixtures, controls, and practices. 4. Aesthetics: This refers to the visual impact of lighting, taking into account the design, location, and ambiance created by lighting installations. 5. Community input: This highlights the importance of involving residents and stakeholders in the decision-making process regarding lighting regulations, allowing their concerns and preferences to be considered. Different types of amendments that might be considered within the Guam Zoning Ordinance Lighting Requirements and Restrictions can include, but are not limited to: 1. Updating lighting technology standards: This might involve incorporating guidelines for the use of energy-efficient LED lighting fixtures and controls. 2. Dark-sky compliance regulations: This could include requirements to minimize light pollution, such as shielding light sources and using only downward-directed lighting fixtures. 3. Lighting restrictions near residential areas: This might involve specific regulations on lighting intensity, height, and duration to minimize disturbances to neighboring properties. 4. Outdoor advertising lighting guidelines: This could involve specifying requirements for illumination levels and placement of lighting in relation to billboards and signage. 5. Lighting specifications for public spaces: This might include standards for lighting in parks, sidewalks, and parking lots to ensure safety and visibility at night. Overall, this ordinance aims to enhance the quality of life on Guam while preserving its unique natural environment. By implementing updated lighting requirements, Guam seeks to promote sustainability, energy efficiency, and the responsible use of artificial light within the territory.

Guam, officially known as the Territory of Guam, is an unincorporated organized territory of the United States located in the western Pacific Ocean. It is one of the 17 non-self-governing territories recognized by the United Nations and is geographically part of the Mariana Islands. Now let's focus on the topic of "Guam — An Ordinance to Amend Zoning Ordinance Lighting Requirements and Restrictions". The Guam Zoning Ordinance is a set of regulations that governs land use and development within the territory. It establishes guidelines for building height, setback, density, and other factors to ensure orderly development and protect the quality of life for residents. One aspect covered by the Guam Zoning Ordinance is lighting requirements and restrictions. These regulations aim to address issues related to light pollution, energy conservation, and the overall aesthetics of the island at night. By implementing specific lighting standards, Guam seeks to achieve a balance between safety, functionality, and environmental impact. The proposed ordinance to amend the Zoning Ordinance Lighting Requirements and Restrictions on Guam aims to update and refine the existing guidelines. It may introduce new provisions that address advancements in lighting technology, sustainability practices, and potential concerns raised by community members. Some relevant keywords associated with this topic include: 1. Lighting standards: This refers to the minimum requirements for lighting, including brightness levels, color temperature, and positioning, to ensure safe and efficient illumination. 2. Light pollution: This refers to the excessive or misdirected artificial light that interferes with the natural darkness of an area, impacting the visibility of stars, wildlife, and human health. 3. Energy conservation: This keyword emphasizes the importance of reducing energy consumption through the use of energy-efficient lighting fixtures, controls, and practices. 4. Aesthetics: This refers to the visual impact of lighting, taking into account the design, location, and ambiance created by lighting installations. 5. Community input: This highlights the importance of involving residents and stakeholders in the decision-making process regarding lighting regulations, allowing their concerns and preferences to be considered. Different types of amendments that might be considered within the Guam Zoning Ordinance Lighting Requirements and Restrictions can include, but are not limited to: 1. Updating lighting technology standards: This might involve incorporating guidelines for the use of energy-efficient LED lighting fixtures and controls. 2. Dark-sky compliance regulations: This could include requirements to minimize light pollution, such as shielding light sources and using only downward-directed lighting fixtures. 3. Lighting restrictions near residential areas: This might involve specific regulations on lighting intensity, height, and duration to minimize disturbances to neighboring properties. 4. Outdoor advertising lighting guidelines: This could involve specifying requirements for illumination levels and placement of lighting in relation to billboards and signage. 5. Lighting specifications for public spaces: This might include standards for lighting in parks, sidewalks, and parking lots to ensure safety and visibility at night. Overall, this ordinance aims to enhance the quality of life on Guam while preserving its unique natural environment. By implementing updated lighting requirements, Guam seeks to promote sustainability, energy efficiency, and the responsible use of artificial light within the territory.