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Home My WebLink AboutRe: code violation-lighting • s � O� ��e�. O �� CITY o� ORONO , � �, , �, � �A��"�" ��, M��,� ot�� , ::�ti: �,�� - ¢�G Street Address: Mailing Addross: $�Hp 2750 Kelley Parkway P.O. Box 66 Orono, MN 55356 Crystal Bay, MN 55323•0066 November 16, 2010 International Ministerial Fellowship Attn: Frank Masserano PO Box 100 Navarre, MN 55392-0100 Re: City Code Violation at 2477 Shadywood Road PID: 20-117-23-11-0027 In response to a number of complaints regarding the exterior building lighting on your building at 2477 Shadywood Road, City staff recently performed an evening inspection. Staff observed the lighting on the building and noted that the fixtures do not offer any shielding of the light source. The lighting is excessivety bright and is directed off of the property. It appears to violate City Code section 78-1573 (below). Further, the lighting appears to be a nuisance to neighboring property owners and a potential hazard to drivers. City Code Section 78-1573 states: "Any use requiring an operation producing an intense heat or light transmission shal/be performed with the necessary shie/ding to prevent such heat or light from being detectable at the /ot line of the site on which the use is located. Lighting in al/instances shall be diffused or directed away from R districts and public streets" This letter will serve as your notice that the lighting on the property must be brought into conformance with City Code Section 78-1573 on or before December 6, 2010 in order to avoid legal action by the City. In order to comply with Section 78-1573 new fixtures must be installed or the existing exterior light fixtures on your property must be modified to direct the light downward, and to shield the light source so as not to be detected from the property line. I have attached an information sheet from the International Dark Sky Association (IDSA) regarding types of acceptable fixtures. A link to acceptable lighting fixtures can be found by accessing IDSA's website at www.darksky.org . Please be advised, if you fail to correct the violations this matter will be sent to the City Attorney for consideration of legal action. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact me at mcurtis(c�ci.orono.mn.us or 952.249.4625. Sincerely, City of Olono ' Melanie Curtis Planning & Zoning Coordinator Telephone(952)249-4600 • Fax(952)249-4616 www.ci.orono.mn.us ' ' . . 05/97 Intemational Dark-Sky Association -- Information Sheet 122 Examples of Good and Bad Lighting Fixtures So� top � �dSS Sld! panels GOOD Even post-top GOOD The Yorktown, ornamental fixtures, like this Salem Cutoff from another ornamental from Emery Fixtures, BAD Non-cutoff fixtures GE Lighting, can be cutoff like this "acorn" with clear panels and also has clear panels lamp/reflector located and bulb located above ornamental cause light above. for maximum glare and pollution. spill light control. �r�,�� GOOD Flat-lens cobra head fixtures, like this GOOD This new American Electric Series generation of flat-lens BAD The ubiquitous 125 Roadway Cutoff cobra head fixture from drop-lens cobra head luminaire, provide American Electric, call luminaire produces a level excellent roadway the DuraStar 2000, of glare and uplight that is lighting with greatly provides superior both unacceptable and reduced glare and no lighting uniformity at unnecessary. uplight. standard mounting heights and spacings. . � .�, :� � GOOD The Hubbell GOOD Man existin Skycap turns any y g standard Barn Light BAD Barn Light style dusk-to-dawn security into a full-cutoff light fixtures are very inefficient, lights and residential with wide area sending about 20% of the streetlights can be coverage. light upward and another retrofitted with the 20% horizontally outward, Hubbell Skycap. creating glare. � BAD (sometimes) The GOOD Flat-lens shoebox � . . �'! telltale sag lens gives this fixtures come in many luminaire away as a GOOD Post-top possible problem. If the forms; square, flat-lens shoebox rectangular, circular, etc. lens is clear and very All control the light with fixtures like this one shallow, and the bulb internal reflectors. Glare provide good area wattage is not too high, and light trespass are illumination without this type of light can cover minimized; no uplight is light pollution. a wider area without too produced. much glare or uplight, but beware! �,�.r.,<�.. ;� ,, GOOD Full-cutoff wall GOOD Recessed packs such as this canister lights built into mcPhilben 101 Wall the eaves or canopy of BAD Wall packs like this Sconce make excellent a house, garage, or should never be used. entryway and building other building is the They produce enormous , }' perimeter lights, and there is enough forward first choice for lighting throw that adequate building exteriors. glare and uplight. lighting is provided for near-building parking. :�• GOOD If floodlights must be used, they should always have top and side GOOD Even sports BAD Unshielded shielding, and be pointed lighting can be done floodlights provide a trashy at least 45 ° below the Well, if one uses cutoff ��prison yard" look and horizontal. light fixtures such as should not be used. these from Soft Lighting Systems. O IDA Inc., 3225 N. First Ave., Tucson, AZ 85719-2103 USA Telephone: 1-520-293-3198 Fax: 520-293-3192 E-mail: ida@darksky.org Web: www.darksky.org . , 1, 10/99 Intemational Dark-Sky Association -- Information Sheet 159 Shielding Floodlights Improving Performance to Prevent Glare, Light Trespass, and Light Pollution Outdoor floodlights are designed to "broadcast" illumination, to cover as much area as possible. The lack of"light control" in a floodlight causes many detrimental and unwanted side-effects, like: blinding glare, intrusion into neighboring homes and natural areas - called light trespass, and waste light up into the night sky - called light pollution . d Wos►e Light,Light Trespass �,�:: s,� :�: � � o� Task Area •� � Z ., :T _ � t' � :�'; ----• �______:t/ �m� •--- � �� The floodlight's exposed light source (bulb) remains in direct view from most angles -which causes disabling glare. This compromises vision for pedestrians, drivers, or police surveillance. It also disturbs neighbors, disrupts nearby wildlife, and can be visible across great distances. A three-sides shield can be installed on the floodlight to create a horizontal visor as shown. The visor should just cover the light source completely. This incorporates a "light control" feature to the fixture, allowing more precise and efficient lighting for the task area. By shielding the distracting glare from the light source, the viewer can actually see the entire area better. The light can be contained within the property area, and kept out of adjacent properties. The light normally lost up into space is now redirected to the intended task area. Some manufacturers of floodlights offer attachable visor shields. They can also easily be made from flashing aluminum or stainless steel sheet metal. Once the shields are installed, floodlights can be re-aimed at night to properly "tune" the illumination to the property boundary<as shown below. Another added benefit from shielding floodlight glare is that it creates a more .� . . visually inviting appearance to an area, instead of a stark, trashy look resembling a prison yard. � � �J Task Area � . .�;,�,. ;i ."'' a "�� ';,. :�T 4 { �S r,�;Y.�,_": K:�r.: .t-"-"l.�:-: NOTE This sheet is intended to describe the best remedy for existing floodlights. For the best perFormance in new outdoor lighting installations, consider full-cutoff type fixtures instead of floodlights to avoid glare, light trespass, and light pollution. Produced by Bob Crelin O IDA Inc., 3225 N. First Ave., Tucson, AZ 85719-2103 USA Telephone: 1-520-293-3198 Fax: 520-293-3192 E-mail: ida@darksky.org Web: www.darksky.org a� -, . . . �. _.__ �. _ �. 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I will be in touch. Thanks. Pastor Frank Masserano General Secretary cc: Chet Masserano � Melanie Curtis From: Chet Masserano [Chet@LeaseOrBuySpace.com] Sent: Friday, December 03, 2010 1:56 PM To: Melanie Curtis Cc: Frank Masserano; Tollander, Ryan; Doug Fineline Subject: FW: IMF Lighting Attachments: image001.png; image003.jpg Hi Melanie, Doug Gray, our electrician has ordered the new exterior light shades. We have to have them custom made. Per poug, delivery and installation is anticipated prior to December 20, 2oio. Please call with any questions or concerns. Thanks, � \/ Chet Masserano CORPORATE REAL ESTATE BROKERS,INC. 10405 32nd AVe. North Plymouth, MN 55441 763.593.9333� Phone 763.593.0756� Fax 612.275.9333�Cell ChetCa�LeaseOrBuvSaace.com www.LeaseOrBuvSoace.com From: Becky Tracey[mailto:beckyCa�i-m-f.org] Sent: Monday, November 22, 2010 2:53 PM To: mcurtis@ci.orono.mn.us Cc: Chet Masserano Subject: IMF Lighting November 22, 2010 Hi Melanie: As discussed in our recent phone conversation with Chet Masserano, we are working on the lighting and will advise you of our progress. Doug Gray, our electrical contractor, is trying to resolve issues. 1 I will be in touch. Thanks. Pastor Frank Masserano General Secretary cc: Chet Masserano 2 . , 1 ��afi 0�-_ C l��A-�- '�I �� CII�'OF O�iONO CALLED IN INSPECTION NOTICE SCHEDULED ��l PERMIT NO. COMPLETED v ADDRESS � � I' �� ' � OWNER T� EPHONE NO. 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