Carrollton vs Mesquite

My neighbor's floodlight shines into my bedroom. What can I do?

File a light trespass complaint with Carrollton code enforcement. Most codes require lights to be shielded and aimed so they don't illuminate neighboring properties.

Are holiday lights exempt from light trespass rules?

Temporary holiday displays are often exempt during the holiday season, typically November through January. However, they still cannot create a safety hazard.

What can I do about my neighbor's floodlight shining in my window?

File a complaint with Mesquite Code Compliance. They can require the neighbor to shield or re-aim the fixture as a nuisance abatement.

Is there a specific brightness limit for residential lights?

There is no lumen or wattage cap for home lights, but lighting cannot create a nuisance or cross into neighboring property at harmful levels.

Does the 0.5 foot-candle rule apply to homeowner lights?

It applies to non-residential-to-residential boundaries. Residential-to-residential disputes use the nuisance standard rather than a numeric limit.