Note: This is a draft transcription of the official ARC guidelines and may contain errors.
Outdoor lighting shall be installed in such a way to shield or minimize the amount of spill light on adjacent properties, homes or streets. All lights must be installed at the rear of the home or garage no higher than the first story plate line. The only exceptions are low voltage landscaping lights, lamppost or decorative fixtures of an understated design that complement the architectural style of the residence.
Exterior lights located on the second story of a home are prohibited.
Be advised that approval is needed for both front and rear yard lighting. The maximum number of exterior fixtures is four (4) unless otherwise approved.
Landscape Lighting:
Lights must be located at ground level in flowerbeds and must luminate white, blue, or natural. Intention is to ensure uniformity of lighting quality at a given residence and throughout the neighborhood. Maximum height is eighteen (18) inches. Maximum wattage is subject to ARC approval.
Lamppost:
Only one (1) lamppost may be approved for placement in the front yard, it must not be placed in the street right-of-way and must luminate white. Lamppost must not exceed seven (7) feet in height, including the globe(s) and any decorative components. Post must be constructed of metal in black color only. The lamppost must be harmonious with the architecture of the residence and neighborhood.
Exterior security lighting (motion detection type):
Motion detection sensitivity must be set to not detect motion off the homeowner’s property (e.g., neighbors yard; sidewalk).
Fixtures:
All fixtures must be Underwriter Laboratories (UL) approved and may be of the following type: Incandescent can not exceed 150-watts; Gas can not exceed the equivalent amount of light produced by a 100-watt incandescent fixture.
Other fixture types will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Max luminosity guidelines still apply.
Misc:
High Pressure Sodium and Mercury Vapor lights are strictly prohibited.