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Light nuisance is when a powerful light shines directly into a living space of your home.
This is different to light pollution – which is when indirect light increases the overall light levels in an area. We cannot investigate light pollution.
If you are bothered by a light, approach the person responsible for the lighting first and explain that you are being troubled by it. Very often they will be unaware that a problem exists and a minor adjustment to the angle of the light, or an agreement reached about when the lights should be turned on or off, may be all that is needed.
If the light is coming from a new building or development, you can contact our planning department about the issue.
Light in the wrong place at the wrong time can be intrusive and annoying. If you are installing security lights:
For more advice, contact the Institution of Lighting Professionals.