§ 25.12. Variances.

A.

Any person may submit an application to the zoning board of appeals for a variance from particular regulations. The application should include evidence about the following items:

1.

How the proposed design and appearance of the luminaire are superior.

2.

How sky glow, light trespass, and glare will be limited.

3.

How the proposed solution will provide a benefit without negative impact on the health, safety, or welfare of the community.

B.

The application may include the recommended practices of the Illuminating Engineering Society of North America, a professional engineer, a professional architect, or other authority on outdoor lighting.

C.

The existence of a particular luminaire system in the county or in another jurisdiction prior to the effective date of this ordinance shall not constitute justification for a variance.

D.

The county, at its discretion, may waive or grant a variance from specific requirements of this lighting ordinance.

(Ord. No. 2001-009, § 12, 7-10-01)