Neighbor’s backyard lights shine into our window at night

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Build a giant wall and make your neighbors pay!

And make sure there are mirrors facing their yard to reflect their lights back at them.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Can you just buy their house?

You win

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Build a giant wall and make your neighbors pay!

And make sure there are mirrors facing their yard to reflect their lights back at them.

Now HERE is a good advice in a way OP.

MIRROR TINT on your windows facing their house. It will basically make your windows like 1-way-mirrors but with tint, so you can still see out, but light is limited on entering as most of it is reflected by the mirror tint back at them.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Get curtains?

+1. Don't be weird, OP.

This.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Use your words. Most people are reasonable in the real world. Give them the benefit of the doubt and ask nicely.

The benefit of the doubt would be assuming they have a reason for the lights, rather than trying to guilt-trip them over the cost of curtains.

Or that they have no idea that their lights are inconveniencing their neighbors and they have no need to keep them on over night. You don’t know until you ask.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Your neighbor considers safety first. They have the right to have the light on. You are free to install a curtain of your choice.

Can't they put up security lights pointed towards their own house, rather than their neighbors?

[Anonymous]

My neighbors on all sides have bright porch lights on all night. Even with the black out shades the lights come in around the windows at night like a spot light. We live in a very safe neighborhood so it's just wasted electricity and light pollution. I have to wear an eye mask to sleep.

The only good thing is if I get up at night to go to the bathroom, it's so lit in my house that I don't need to turn on any lights.

Turn off the lights at night people!!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Build a giant wall and make your neighbors pay!

And make sure there are mirrors facing their yard to reflect their lights back at them.

Now HERE is a good advice in a way OP.

MIRROR TINT on your windows facing their house. It will basically make your windows like 1-way-mirrors but with tint, so you can still see out, but light is limited on entering as most of it is reflected by the mirror tint back at them.

That would look really creepy.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Why doesn't anyone seem to know their neighbors anymore?

Knock on the door, mention that since they trimmed the hedge, which looks great, their backyard lights are shining in your window at night and you are wondering if they can turn them off at night.

+1

I would do this first. If they say they can't or like them on for safety then invest in new blinds.

[Anonymous]

Call 911.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Get curtains?

+1. Don't be weird, OP.

Why should OP have to change. Just tell the neighbors that their backyard lights are disturbing their sleep and ask them to turn off lights. Furthermore, there could be County ordinances against the lights burning all night.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Build a giant wall and make your neighbors pay!

And make sure there are mirrors facing their yard to reflect their lights back at them.

Nuisance ordinance OP

Most ordinances related to excessively bright lights from a neighbor fall under municipal codes for "nuisance" or "light trespass". These regulations vary by locality, but in general, they protect a person's right to the "reasonable comfort and convenience" of their property.
Common regulations and legal concepts
Nuisance laws: Excessive, unshielded, and inappropriately directed lighting can be classified as a nuisance because it significantly interferes with a neighbor's ability to enjoy their property. For example, a court may find it a nuisance if the light keeps you awake at night or prevents you from using your backyard.
Light trespass: This occurs when unwanted artificial light illuminates an area it is not intended for, such as a neighbor's property.
Shielding requirements: Many municipal ordinances require outdoor lighting to be shielded and directed downward. This prevents light from spilling over into neighboring properties or upward into the sky.
Homeowners' associations (HOAs): If you live in an HOA community, the rules governing exterior lighting may be stricter than local ordinances. HOAs have the authority to issue violation letters and fines for non-compliance.

[Anonymous]

put a large mirror reflecting their lights BACK to their house.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Your neighbor considers safety first. They have the right to have the light on. You are free to install a curtain of your choice.

Can't they put up security lights pointed towards their own house, rather than their neighbors?

How will you know if someone dies in the house?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Build a giant wall and make your neighbors pay!

And make sure there are mirrors facing their yard to reflect their lights back at them.

Now HERE is a good advice in a way OP.

MIRROR TINT on your windows facing their house. It will basically make your windows like 1-way-mirrors but with tint, so you can still see out, but light is limited on entering as most of it is reflected by the mirror tint back at them.

That would look really creepy.

Sounds like a "you" issue. It's quite common on higher end homes especially for patio areas etc.