Outdoor Lighting Code

An outdoor lighting plan is not generally submitted as a separate permit. Usually outdoor lighting information is included as part of the construction documents for a house, addition or commercial project. The following information will be expected to be shown in the building plans.

 Site Electrical Plan

• Show the entire lot
• Ensure the property lines are clearly identified 
• Indicate where the new light fixture(s) will be installed 
• Include landscape lighting if included in the scope of the project

Lighting Details - The following is to determine if the lighting meets the Oro Valley Zoning Code requirements:

• Provide a calculation of code compliance with the following information submitted in table format as shown in the sample table:

• Size (acres) of property 
• Lighting Zone per table 27-5
• Lighting Option used from table 27-5
• Total allowed lumens (list shielded and unshielded separately)
• Total lumens used (list shielded and unshielded separately)
• Luminaire Schedule:

• ID number or letter of each outdoor fixture.
• ID number or letter should match fixture labels on the site plan

• Identify the fixtures as fully shielded, unshielded or exempt

• Mean lumens per fixture
• Quantity of each fixture

• Include fixtures that are exempt per OVZCR Section 27.5 and label those fixtures as “exempt”
• Call out heights of light fixtures from grade to luminaire
• Include height of wall mounted lights – Ensure compliance with the OVZCR 27.5.F.4 & 5
• Label and include any existing site lighting in calculations
• Submit cut sheets for each outdoor fixture.  Label each cut sheet with a corresponding ID number or letter on the plans

Electrical Details - The following is to determine compliance with the current electrical codes:

• Residential:

• Identify if additional circuit(s) are required or if using existing circuit(s)
• Identify ampere rating of main panel. Electrical load calculations may be required depending on the new electrical load(s) added
• Identify route of electrical wiring ie: underground, through attic, overhead, etc.
• If using conduit identify type and size of conduit
• Identify type and size of electrical wire

• Commercial:

• Provide a one line diagram of the main service and panel(s). Identify panel ampere ratings
• Provide electrical load calculations and panel schedule(s)
• Provide all electrical wiring methods and specifications, including all legends and acronyms
• The electrical design may require an electrical engineer depending on the scope of work
• Plans stamped by a registered design professional
• Provide a point by point computer printout of foot candles