Dark Sky Policy

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The Town of Yarmouth has adopted a new policy related to the Dark Sky. The goal of the policy is to reduce the impacts of light pollution, and maintain our uniquely dark skies for generations to come. This policy also helps us develop into a ‘Light Efficient Community’.

The Dark Sky Policy (and associated Land Use Bylaw amendments) apply to new developments and exterior renovations of Commercial, Industrial, Institutional, or High Density Residential, and projects or infrastructure owned by the Town on public property.

Light pollution is defined as inappropriate or excessive use of artificial light, which can have consequences for humans, wildlife, and the environment (International Dark Sky Association, 2022).

The Town of Yarmouth has adopted a new policy related to the Dark Sky. The goal of the policy is to reduce the impacts of light pollution, and maintain our uniquely dark skies for generations to come. This policy also helps us develop into a ‘Light Efficient Community’.

The Dark Sky Policy (and associated Land Use Bylaw amendments) apply to new developments and exterior renovations of Commercial, Industrial, Institutional, or High Density Residential, and projects or infrastructure owned by the Town on public property.

Light pollution is defined as inappropriate or excessive use of artificial light, which can have consequences for humans, wildlife, and the environment (International Dark Sky Association, 2022).

  • Notice of Approval

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    This is to serve notice that the Council of the Town of Yarmouth, at its meeting on February 9th, 2023, at 6:30 pm, approved the following:

    1. Dark Sky Policy - Land Use Bylaw Amendments

    Council approved amendments to the Land Use Bylaw to implement a Dark Sky Policy. These amendments add new requirements for exterior lighting, with the goal of reducing light pollution in the night sky.

    How will this affect me?

    These amendments will apply to new construction or exterior renovation of commercial, high-density residential, industrial and institutional developments, including Town-owned land and infrastructure. These amendments do not apply to low density residential developments such as single detached or semi-detached dwellings.

  • Public Participation Meeting

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    A Public Participation Meeting will be held on Wednesday, January 4th, 2023 at 6:00 pm with the Planning Advisory Committee. Members of the public can register to speak at the meeting or provide written submissions. Registrations to speak and written submissions must be received no later than 4:30 pm on Thursday, November 3rd by emailing planningadmin@townofyarmouth.ca or calling 902-742-1505.

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