All outdoor string lighting must be turned off in Teton County

Teton County is reminding the public that all outdoor string lighting, including decorative and holiday, must be turned off after Jan. 10 to be compliant with County Land Development Regulations (LDRs).

This same restriction does not apply to lighting located within the limits of the Town of Jackson.

Teton County LDRs only allow string lighting on buildings, signs, trees and other vegetation between Nov. 15 and Jan. 10. Additionally, flickering or flashing outdoor lighting is never allowed in Teton County.

The exterior lighting regulations were adopted to implement the community’s Comprehensive Plan goal to maintain dark skies to preserve the area’s natural character. The regulations aim to reduce glare and light trespass, reduce light pollution and reduce negative impacts on the nocturnal environment.