Commercial Landscape & Outdoor Lighting in Burbank
Showcase your property after dark with landscape and outdoor lighting tailored to Burbank's entertainment hub. From Media District studios near Olive Avenue to retail along San Fernando Boulevard and the Empire Center, we design lighting that elevates curb appeal, enhances safety, and meets strict California energy codes. Our commercial lighting specialists combine photometric planning with durable LED fixtures built for the Valley's hot summers. Whether you manage a studio campus, a boutique on Magnolia Boulevard, a hospitality property near Hollywood Burbank Airport, or a multi-building office park, Shaffer Construction, Inc. delivers reliable lighting systems in 2–5 days—planned, permitted, and programmed to perform. Expect precise fixture placement, clean cabling, smart controls, and a finish that looks great on day one and for years to come.
Our Work
Benefits
Advanced Lighting for Tomorrow
We design systems that scale with your property: networked LED fixtures with 0–10V or DALI dimming, astronomical timeclocks, occupancy/daylight sensors, and cloud-managed controllers. For studio campuses and event venues, we can integrate RGBW accent lighting or DMX/RDM control for scene-based looks on premiere nights. Our photometric modeling verifies uniformity and code-required light levels, while surge protection and multi-tap transformers maintain performance despite voltage drop and heat. As your needs evolve—new tenancies, signage, or pathways—your system is ready.
Code Compliance and Permits
Shaffer Construction manages permitting from start to finish—drawings, load calcs, fixture schedules, and control narratives fit for City of Burbank plan check. We design to California Title 24 Part 6, including outdoor lighting power allowances, cutoff requirements, and certified Lighting Controls Acceptance Testing. Our team coordinates inspections with the Building and Safety Division and, when required, with Burbank Water and Power for service changes. Clear documentation and as-builts help you pass the first time and stay compliant long term.
Craftsmanship You Can Trust
We use commercial-grade, low-voltage LED fixtures with marine-grade finishes, sealed connectors, and UV-resistant burial cable in conduit pathways where appropriate. Stainless or powder-coated hardware resists corrosion; multi-tap, stainless-steel transformers deliver stable output. We specify Type V bollards, in-grade uplights, and shielded floods with precise optics to reduce glare. Our crews follow OSHA best practices, torque specs for pole bases, and NFPA 70/NEC standards. The result: neat terminations, clean trenches, watertight splices, and lighting that performs season after season.
Tailored Lighting Design Solutions
Every site begins with a night walk and photometric study. We map circulation paths, entrances, loading zones, signage, and landscape features, then create lighting zones for safety, brand presentation, and neighbor-friendly control. Plans include fixture locations, aiming diagrams, circuiting and transformer loading, Title 24 control strategies, and details for trench routes and pull boxes. For studios and hospitality, we add scenes for events and quiet hours. You get a clear submittal package for property managers and the City.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a permit for outdoor lighting upgrades at my Burbank property?+
Most commercial outdoor lighting work requires an electrical permit from the City of Burbank Building and Safety Division. If your project changes site lighting levels, impacts signage, or touches the public right-of-way, planning review may also apply. We prepare plans, submit, and coordinate inspections so approvals are typically secured in 1–2 weeks.
How do you address glare near studio lots and residential edges?+
We specify shielded, full-cutoff optics, use precise aiming angles, and model spill light in our photometrics. Where needed, we add louvers or visor shields and reduce mounting heights. Controls allow dimming during quiet hours. The goal is excellent visibility on-site without light trespass into neighboring properties or onto camera-sensitive areas.
Will the lighting meet California Title 24 requirements?+
Yes. We design to Title 24 Part 6 for outdoor power allowances and mandatory controls. Systems include astronomical time clocks, photocells, and occupancy/daylight sensors as required. A certified Acceptance Test Technician completes the lighting controls acceptance testing, and we provide all compliance documentation for final inspection.
What is the typical project timeline?+
After the initial site walk, design and photometrics take 1–3 days. Permitting with the City of Burbank generally takes 1–2 weeks, often in parallel with procurement. Installation usually completes in 2–5 days depending on scope, followed by commissioning and inspection within the same week.
Can you integrate event or color-changing lighting for premieres?+
Absolutely. For studios, hospitality, and retail, we can incorporate RGBW accents and DMX/RDM control for scenes tied to events, holidays, or brand activations. We ensure base lighting remains Title 24-compliant while event scenes are easily triggered and restored to normal operation afterward.
Are there rebates available through Burbank Water and Power?+
Burbank Water and Power has offered business incentive programs for energy-efficient upgrades, which may include LED fixtures and controls. We’ll help identify eligible measures, assemble documentation, and estimate payback. Program funding and terms can change, so we confirm current offerings during the proposal phase.
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