RESOURCES FOR PROTECTING MANSON’S NIGHT SKY
Practical guides, research, and lighting examples to help you understand light pollution, and choose dark-sky friendly solutions for your home or business.
This resource library brings together everything you need to better understand light pollution and how it affects Manson’s night sky. From local building codes and safety research to fixture examples and practical guidance, these articles are here to help residents and businesses make informed, dark-sky friendly lighting choices with confidence.
HOW TO IMPROVE YOUR LIGHTING
Preserving Manson’s dark skies starts at home. By choosing dark-sky friendly lighting, we can reduce light pollution, support local ecosystems, and keep the stars shining bright over the valley.
CHELAN COUNTY CODE REQUIREMENTS
Properties within the Manson Urban Growth Area are required to use exterior lighting that is fully shielded, downward-facing, and positioned to prevent light from spilling onto neighboring properties. These regulations exist to reduce glare, limit light trespass, and protect the natural nighttime environment that makes Manson unique.