Does pedestrian-scale lighting replace street lighting?
Generally, pedestrian lights do not sufficiently light the street. However, some newer types of pedestrian-style light fixtures can be mounted higher and provide lighting on narrower streets as well as the sidewalks. The Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT) is the City department responsible for ensuring the proper street lighting levels and can help you determine the best street and pedestrian lighting combination for your area. Call Wayne McPhillips at SDOT at 206-684-5245 to discuss the options. What pedestrian-scale lighting options can communities pursue for their neighborhood business areas? In recognition of significant neighborhood interest, Seattle City Light has developed a pedestrian-scale lighting program with fixture options to choose from for placement along main business arterials. City Light has four luminaires (i.e., lamp heads) of varying historic and aesthetic character. To maximize resources and minimize installation time, most neighborhoods have selected lig
