Car park lighting in Perth and Kinross
Car park lighting is the lighting of parking areas, access roads and footpaths, usually with LED lanterns on columns or wall-mounted floodlights. We cover Perth and Kinross, including Perth, Auchterarder and Blackford.
Car park lighting work in Perth and Kinross
For Perth and Kinross retail and business parks, part-night dimming keeps the car park safe while cutting overnight energy use.
Many car parks around Perth and Kinross still use sodium lanterns on columns that are structurally fine. Swapping just the heads for LED gives whiter, more even light for much less power.
What's included
- New columns with foundations, ducts and cabling
- Structural and condition checks on old columns
- LED lantern replacements on existing columns
- Testing and certification
Guide prices in Perth and Kinross
Typical budgets for Perth and Kinross, supplied and installed, excluding VAT. Your fixed price follows a free survey.
| Item | Guide budget (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| 6 m column with LED lantern | £800 – £1,500 | per column, incl. foundation and a moderate cable run |
| LED floodlight | £200 – £500 | per fitting, supplied and fitted |
| Presence (PIR) sensor | £40 – £80 | per sensor, installed |
| Commercial electrician | £300 – £500 | per day |
Example: 8 new 6 m columns with LED lanterns, about £6,400 – £12,000 excluding VAT.
Rules that apply in Perth and Kinross
External lighting in Perth and Kinross is designed to light the task without spilling into neighbouring windows or the night sky, and new installations still need to meet Section 6 of the Scottish building standards where it applies.
Car park lighting by town in Perth and Kinross
- Car park lighting in Perth
- Car park lighting in Auchterarder
- Car park lighting in Blackford
- Car park lighting in Blairgowrie
- Car park lighting in Comrie
- Car park lighting in Crieff
- Car park lighting in Killichonan
- Car park lighting in Kinross
- Car park lighting in Muthill
- Car park lighting in Pitlochry
Car park lighting FAQs for Perth and Kinross
What energy rules apply to new lighting in Perth and Kinross?
Section 6 of the Scottish building standards sets the efficiency that new lighting in Perth and Kinross must meet. We check fittings against it at design stage and keep the evidence for building control.
Which fire safety law applies in Perth and Kinross?
The Fire (Scotland) Act 2005 and the Fire Safety (Scotland) Regulations 2006 sets the duties of the person responsible for fire safety, including emergency lighting where escape routes need it.
What do new lighting columns cost?
As a budget, a 6 m column with an LED lantern, foundation and a moderate cable run is around £800–£1,500 each, excluding VAT. Difficult ground, reinstatement or a new supply can increase this.
Can car park lighting be dimmed overnight?
Yes. LED lanterns can be dimmed or switched to a lower level in the small hours, often with presence override.