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TAOS, NEW MEXICO – OUTDOOR LIGHTING ORDINANCE
TOWN OF TAOS
ORDINANCE 99-2
ADDING A NEW
CHAPTER 15.28
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AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF
THE TOWN OF TAOS CREATING A NEW
CHAPTER 15.28 REGARDING OUTDOOR
LIGHTING ON PUBLIC AND PRIVATE PROPERTY.
Specifications for
Electrical
Construction
WHEREAS, This new Ordinance will promote
energy efficiency and reduce or prevent light
pollution;
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WHEREAS, This Ordinance will protect a
historical legacy and provide enjoyment of the
night sky of the Town of Taos for future
generations;
WHEREAS, This Ordinance follows and
complements the New Mexico Night Sky
Protection Act and can be more restrictive but
not less restrictive in its implementation;
Experience
WHEREAS, The Town Council desires to provide
an Ordinance that tracts New Mexico State
Statute for the preservation and enhancement of
the dark sky of the Town of Taos while promoting
safety, conservation of energy and environmental
preservation concerns.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE
GOVERNING 13ODY OF THE TOWN OF TAOS,
meeting in Regular Session, and after having
held a public hearing on the matter, that the
following Ordinance is hereby adopted:
Chapter 15.28
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Appendix A:
White Paper – Communities Addressing Light Pollution that Affect Nighttime Military Training
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