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June 29, 2001 ■Model Transit-Oriented District Overlay Zoning Ordinance7.1.2 Lighting levels should be at least 2-foot candles. It is preferable for fixtures tobe spaced close together with lower light levels than further apart with intenseand varied light levels which can be uncomfortable for pedestrians.7.1.3 Lamps should provide “natural” and whiter light, such as that provided bymetal halide lamps as opposed to high-pressure sodium, because it increasescomfort and safety.7.1.4 Low-pressure sodium lights shall not be used as they create an unnaturalyellow cast which reduces safety and the quality of the environment.7.1.5 Glare should be minimized and lights should be directed away from eye levelboth standing and sitting.7.2 Street Lighting7.2.1 Pedestrian-scaled lighting shall be provided to vertically define the sidewalkand other pedestrian spaces and to enhance night time safety.7.2.2 Lights should be spaced approximately 30 feet to 40 feet on-center. Thisrange will keep lights at a perceptible distance for pedestrians withoutcrowding the street.7.2.3 The spacing of lighting fixtures shall be coordinated with tree plantings andshould not cause the spacing of trees to not satisfy the landscaping standardsand guidelines.7.2.4 Pedestrian scale lights should be lower than typical auto-oriented lightstandards. Heights should be approximately 12 feet to 20 feet in height at amaximum.Figure7.2.4: Pedestrian-scale lighting at BiltmoreFashion ParkPage 38 ■ Chapter VI ■ Valley Connections
Model Transit-Oriented District Overlay Zoning Ordinance ■ June 29, 20017.2.5 “Cobra Head” lighting, and other designs that cater to the automobile, shouldbe avoided. Such designs are typically mounted on taller poles to illuminate alarger area and are lacking in detailing that is critical to creating an interestingpedestrian realm.7.2.6 Light standards may also be combined on one post. Low, pedestrian-orientedlights can be affixed to a post and direct light onto sidewalks, while the samepost may also accommodate auto-oriented lights directed at roadways.7.3 Landscape and Architectural LightingLighting can enhance landscape and architectural details during the evenings and add tothe sense of activity on streets. Reflective lighting, architectural lighting, down-lighting,and up-lighting can enhance the pedestrian realm by highlighting architecture, signage,and special places in the landscape, as well as create a greater sense of safety.7.3.1 Lighting shall accentuate the architecture and landscaping within the TOD.7.3.2 Buildings shall be illuminated by lighting that accentuates architecturalfeatures and rhythms.7.3.3 Spill over lighting into residential areas should be avoided in order tominimize nuisances.7.3.4 Bollards with built-in lighting may be used to demarcate special places.7.3.5 Parking lot lights may be taller than street lamps, but shall not exceed aheight of 20 feet.7.3.6 Parking lot lights shall minimize glare into adjacent uses, particularlyresidential areas.8. SignageMuch like the character of its buildings, signage should reflect the character of a place.Plastic, internally illuminated signs containing large and simple lettering are typicallyassociated with mini-malls and drive-thrus, which convey a preference for autoorientation,particularly if they are allowed to dominate the landscape. On the other hand,finely crafted signage with ample detailing and smaller character type conveys that shopswish to attract the pedestrian.8.1 Sings should be integrated within the project’s architecture.Valley Connections ■ Chapter VI ■ Page 39
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