134 chapters · 1,698 sections in this title.
RSA 9-E:1 Definitions
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In this chapter: I. "Fixture" means the assembly that holds a lamp and may include an assembly housing, a mounting bracket or pole socket, a lamp holder, a ballast, a reflector or mirror, and a refractor or lens. II. "Fully shielded luminaire" means a luminaire that allows no dir…
RSA 9-E:2 State Purchase of Permanent Outdoor Lighting Design
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I. No state funds shall be used to install or replace any permanent outdoor luminaire unless: (a) The luminaire is a fully shielded luminaire when the rated output of the luminaire is greater than 1,800 lumens. (b) The maximum illuminance at the designated surface does not exceed…
RSA 9-E:3 New Hampshire Dark Sky Policy
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It shall be the policy of the state of New Hampshire to encourage municipalities to enact such local ordinances and regulations as they deem appropriate to conserve energy consumed by outdoor lighting; to minimize light pollution and glare; and to preserve dark skies as a feature…
RSA 9-E:4 Part-Night Rate for Roadway and Area Lighting
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To encourage cost savings and energy conservation, the public utilities commission shall, subject to its ratemaking authority under RSA 378, develop a rate for part-night or midnight service for unmetered street or area lighting. Such a rate shall be revenue neutral with respect …