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Planning Commission Meeting Minutes July 13, 2023 Page 7 of 14 Brackett Hogstad mentioned the results of the public outreach on the initiative. She summarized that she received two statements of support of Option 1, one in support of some type of nonconforming compliance requirements, two comments in support of Option 1 and 2, one commenter was not in support of any dark sky regulations, and one voicing general support. Staff Recommendation: Staff is recommending Option 2, for substantial alterations. Staff says that this would allow for some properties to come into compliance over time, and that this would be easier to administer and enforce. The proposed ordinance would rolled out more slowly, is more straightforward, and is tied into building permit review process. The option strikes a balance between potential cost and scale of development. Brackett Hogstad says that all options will require new processes; though Option 2 would be easier to enforce. Residents will need education, and she anticipates scale will be large despite the level of the compliance trigger. Regarding Option 3, Brackett Hogstad said that this does not capture community feedback. Commissioner Questions of Staff. Baskett opens with appreciation for all of the work that staff has put into the ordinance. She asks about staff's estimate of program cost of $100,000 is for the amortization option only. Brackett Hogstad says that the amortization option would likely require hiring a new FTE position. Baskett is concerned that a marketing campaign in itself could cost $20,000. Baskett thinks that enforcement would have to be enforced 24-7, and wonders how it would be enforced. Brauneis suggests the ordinance is enforced through design, not field enforcement. Brackett Hogstad said yes, but there still is the replacement issue. Yes, if Option 2, it is by permit only. Osterman asks if only the three options are under review or if there will there be discussion of changes. Brackett Hogstad says it is up for discussion. Howe asks about the exemption for lighting restricitions downtown, whether it applies to both commercial and residential. Brackett Hogstad said both, but the exemption is due to the use mix and the size/narrowness of the lots. Unfortunately lighting trespass may be impossible to enforce. Additionally, there are many businesses downtown which need lighting. Brauneis asks if illuminated signs are sufficiently covered in sign code. Brackett Hogstad says yes, based on the 2018 sign code, downlit lighting is permitted. Howe asks about estimated costs. What is estimated cost for the City to replace their lights? Brackett Hogstad says that her presented cost estimate is only for City of Louisville Community Development 749 Main Street Louisville CO 80027 303.335.4592 (phone) www.LouisvilleCO.gov 9