2011 New Mexico Statutes
Chapter 74: Environmental Improvement
Article 12: Night Sky Protection, 74-12-1 through 74-12-11
Section 74-12-5: Nonconforming light fixtures.
74-12-5. Nonconforming light fixtures.
A. In addition to other exemptions provided in the Night Sky Protection Act [74-12-1 NMSA 1978], an outdoor lighting fixture not meeting these provisions shall be allowed, if the fixture is extinguished by an automatic shutoff device between the hours of 11:00 p.m. and sunrise.
B. No outdoor recreational facility, whether public or private, shall be illuminated after 11:00 p.m. except for a national or international tournament or to conclude any recreational or sporting event or other activity conducted, which is in progress prior to 11:00 p.m. at a ballpark, outdoor amphitheater, arena or similar facility.
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