(a)
That the
Street Lighting Policy for new and replacement lighting in Dorset be adopted.
The policy includes the new
environmental zoning, recommendations for dimming and the use of lower
correlated colour temperature (CCT) LEDs in new streetlights, with the CCT
typically not exceeding 2700K. The policy also enables town and parish councils
to fund additional costs if there is a local preference for alternative
equipment such as brackets, columns and lanterns.
(b)
Cabinet
agreed to work with the street lighting service provider, who plans to invest
in replacing 18,500 outdated lanterns over the next two or three years at no
cost to the council. In return, the
service provider will receive 75% of the energy savings until their contract
ends in 2032.
Reason for the decision
Limiting colour temperatures for new and replacement street lighting in
Dorset would bring health, ecological and dark sky benefits. The policy took a Dorset
specific approach to street lighting that balances modern technological advancements, health and wellbeing, Dorset’s
unique environment, our climate ambitions and recognised best practice.