Intensification Area Urban Design Guidelines - City of Barrie

3.2.8 Lighting
Downcast, pedestrian-scaled lighting enhances safety and
visibility on streets. In key areas, such as the Primary and
Secondary Intensification Nodes, waterfront or the heritage
Downtown, lighting can be used to accent special features,
such as buildings, heritage properties, landscaping, signage,
etc.
a) The design and location of lighting should consider
sustainability and the impacts of light pollution, including:
• energy efficiency;
• directional lighting that reduces wasted energy;
• induction lighting;
• solar power; and,
• street reflectors and sensors (to help regulate brightness
and when lights turn on and off).
b) Downcast pedestrian-scale lighting should be provided in
high traffic pedestrian areas.
c) All lighting should be located within the Street Furniture
and Landscape Zone.
d) Consideration should be given to providing additional
pedestrian-scale lighting in areas with a high volume
of pedestrian activity, such as Intensification Nodes,
the waterfront, transit stops, trail crossings, mid-block
connections, etc.
e) New lighting design should comply with the City’s Dark
Sky Policy.
DRAFT
High-quality lighting fixtures increase safety and provide attractive lighting
to the public realm.
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