4. Policy: Site Lighting specific to the River Park Overlay Treatment Area
The natural setting of these treatment areas accommodates both residential and commercial projects, as well as pedestrian activities, so the potential impacts of site lighting are significant. The amount of lighting on the site should be minimized such that it will not disturb the natural, nocturnal ecosystem.
A. Night lighting for all projects shall be subdued and harmoniously blended into the natural nocturnal ecosystem
1. This applies to paths, roadways, parking areas and building exteriors.
2. Minimize light spill into public lands. This includes site lighting and interior lighting.
3. Use design features such as solid deck railings, two-thirds light doors and roof overhangs, which will block light from the building.
4. Minimize the amount of glass area facing the River Trail and the river.
5. Locate interior light fixtures away from windows.
6. HARC may require interior lighting plans in order to evaluate impacts on the area.