Maine § 708. - Highway lighting
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 708. — Highway lighting, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 708.. Highway lighting
1. Definitions. All definitions in Title 5, section 1769, subsection 1 apply in this section. As used in this section, unless the context otherwise indicates, the following terms have the following meanings.
A. "Commissioner" means the Commissioner of Transportation. [PL 1991, c. 481, §2 (NEW).]
B. "Roadway lighting" means lighting that is specifically intended to illuminate roadways for automobiles but does not mean lighting intended to illuminate roadways only for pedestrian purposes. [PL 1991, c. 481, §2 (NEW).]
2. Permanent outdoor luminaires. A person may not use any state funds to install or replace any permanent outdoor luminaire unless:
A. The luminaire is a full cutoff luminaire when the rated output of the luminaire is greater than 1,800 lumens; [PL 1991, c. 481, §2 (NEW).]
B. The illuminance from a luminaire or a system of luminaires does not exceed the minimum illuminance recommended by the federal Department of Transportation for that purpose; [PL 1991, c. 481, §2 (NEW).]
C. For roadway lighting, the commissioner determines that the purpose of the lighting installation or replacement can not be achieved by any of the following means:
(2) Installation of reflectorized roadway markers, lines, warnings or informational signs; and [PL 1991, c. 481, §2 (NEW).]
D. The commissioner ensures that consideration is given to minimizing glare and light trespass. [PL 1991, c. 481, §2 (NEW).]
3. Exceptions. Exceptions from the provisions of this section are permitted only when:
A. Federal laws, rules and regulations take precedence over these provisions; [PL 2005, c. 482, §1 (AMD).]
B. The commissioner determines that there is a compelling safety interest that can not be addressed by any other method; or [PL 2005, c. 482, §1 (AMD).]
C. The commissioner determines that a lighting installation is related to a department bridge project of state and regional significance and is supported by municipalities directly affected by the installation. [PL 2005, c. 482, §1 (NEW).]
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 708.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 708. cover?
Section 708. ("Highway lighting") is part of the Maine Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Maine. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Maine § 708.?
A common citation format is "Maine Revised Statutes § 708." (Maine). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Maine law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Maine official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Maine attorney.
How does Maine § 708. apply to my situation?
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