Carmel-by-the-Sea Municipal Code Ch. 9.32 Floodlights

Carmel-by-the-Sea Municipal Code · 2026-10 edition · updated 2026-10-04 · Carmel-by-the-Sea

Cite as: Carmel-by-the-Sea Municipal Code Chapter 9.32 · Text as of 2026-10-04

§ 9.32.010. Reflection into Streets.¶

It is unlawful for any person, firm or corporation to install, erect or maintain any floodlight or searchlight within the corporate limits of the City on private premises therein in such manner that the light rays from such floodlight or searchlight are directed or reflected into, on, or across any open public street, lane or alley of the City, used by vehicular traffic, or in such manner that the light rays from such floodlight or searchlight are directed or reflected into the windows of any neighboring house or building occupied as a residence by any person or persons, or in such manner that the light therefrom may distract the attention of any vehicle driver from the operation of a vehicle in a safe and prudent manner.

(Ord. 110 N.S. § 1, 1950; Code 1975 § 602)

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