Photometric Lighting Plan
Exterior Lighting Design for Ontario Site Plan Approvals
We prepare photometric lighting plans that satisfy municipal requirements for safety, security, and light trespass — keeping your Site Plan Approval on track.
Why It Matters
Why a Photometric Lighting Plan Is Required
Most Ontario municipalities require a photometric analysis as part of Site Plan Approval. A well-prepared plan demonstrates that your development meets minimum illumination standards, prevents light trespass onto adjacent properties, and satisfies the Illuminating Engineering Society (IES) criteria referenced in local zoning by-laws.
Municipal Compliance
Meets the photometric requirements of Ontario Site Plan Approval and local zoning by-laws.
Safety & Security
Ensures parking lots, walkways, and building entrances meet minimum foot-candle levels.
Light Trespass Control
Demonstrates that spill light onto neighbouring properties and the public right-of-way stays within permitted limits.
Energy Efficiency
LED fixture selection and optimised layouts reduce operating costs and support sustainable design goals.
Deliverables
What We Deliver
Photometric Analysis Report
AGi32 or Visual software calculations showing average, minimum, and maximum foot-candle levels across the site.
Illuminance Grid Plan
Scaled drawing with iso-footcandle contours and a point-by-point grid overlaid on the site plan.
Fixture Schedule
Manufacturer cut sheets, IES photometric files, pole heights, and mounting details for all proposed luminaires.
Light Trespass Calculations
Boundary-line analysis confirming spill light meets municipal and IES limits at property lines.
Electrical Layout
Pole and fixture locations coordinated with the Site Plan, grading, and utility drawings.
Municipal Submission Package
Stamped drawings and report formatted to the specific requirements of the reviewing municipality.
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