Shining a Light on Arizona Neighbor Disputes: When Excessive Lighting Becomes a Nuisance Arizona’s beautiful dark skies are a point of pride, yet many residents find their nighttime tranquility disrupted by a neighbor’s excessively bright lighting. What starts as a simple security light or decorative fixture can quickly become a significant source of contention, spilling into your property and affecting your quality of life. When polite requests fall on deaf ears, understanding your legal options in Arizona is crucial. Understanding Arizona's Legal Landscape for Light Pollution Unlike some environmental issues, Arizona doesn't have a single, statewide law specifically regulating light pollution from private residences. This means that addressing an issue with a neighbor's bright light often requires navigating a combination of local ordinances, homeowners' association (HOA) rules, and general nuisance law. ⚖️ Private Nuisance Law: Thi...