Always request the “PR 402 – Lighting Design Coordination Matrix” from the municipality – a spreadsheet that cross-references all interfacing codes.
Minimum 10-year full warranty required for street and tunnel lighting. Physical Infrastructure: pr 402- abu dhabi lighting manual
Maximum vertical illuminance measured at residential windows: at ground floor, ≤ 2 lux above second floor. For environmentally sensitive zones (e.g., mangroves, desert reserves), limits drop to 1 lux. Always request the “PR 402 – Lighting Design
The manual mandates specific performance standards for modern lighting systems, primarily focusing on Light Emitting Diode (LED) technology. Lighting Levels & Classes For environmentally sensitive zones (e
Are you working on a project that requires compliance with PR 402? Ensure your lighting design consultants are up to date with the latest DMT regulations to streamline your approval process.
Whether you are designing a parking lot in Musaffah or a tunnel on Sheikh Zayed Road, always start with PR 402. Download the latest version from the Abu Dhabi Municipality ePortal, calibrate your software to its parameters, and when in doubt, consult the municipality’s lighting helpdesk.
The manual moves beyond simple lux-level recommendations, adopting a holistic "Dark Sky" philosophy that marks a significant departure from the high-illumination urban standards of the late 20th century.