Brainstorming for light problem

[Pibs]

I'd figure out a way to "accidentally" crash into it with something and knock it over so that it has to be replaced.

But seriously. If there's some sort of dark sky compliant regulation in your city, could you threaten or bring some sort of legal action about how it's impossible for it to be so that it has to be replaced? Is some sort of shade an option?

[TBM]

The only thing that I can think of would be slat blinds, since they can be slanted to block the light while still allowing some air flow.

[auntie]

Do you have a town council or aldermen or some other elected officials who might be open to advocating for you? Especially if you are in some historic district or something? Could you invite such a person to your home to see how this impacts you?

Is the lamp itself (the bulb) directional? I know some LEDs are meant to shine almost like a spotlight while others are more diffuse. Would a different LED color be less obnoxious? Could the fixture be moved down the pole to mitigate the distance it carries?

I feel your pain. My neighbor leaves her garage light on overnight; we're on a cul de sac with the houses fairly close- the damned light shines right into my bedroom on my side of the bed. I'm already dealing with her horrible mom blocking my mailbox on the regular, so I don't feel I can go there.

[munkii]

This is not necessarily decorator ideal (and, really, the onus should not be on you, but...) to lessen the impact the blue light has on you during night hours, you can hang a red curtain/cloth panel over the window it's coming in through. Originally I was going to suggest film, but that would impact the light all throughout the day, which is not optimal for color-lighting health. With a panel, you can move it to the side during the day as not to interrupt naturally occurring blue light.

WRT dark-sky compliant: since there is no city ordinance right now, is there a state ordinance on your side?

[thatgirl2478]

Blue light is especially noxious to sleeping patterns. Can you get your hands on a sling shot or a bb gun? Maybe a local kid with a really good aim?

ETA all joking aside, you know that shade cloth that green houses use?  You can buy that and it might help a little.  It still allows the air to circulate, but blocks the harsh sun.  Maybe that would work? 

Maybe it's time for a window air conditioner? Ugly yes, but it would mean you could keep blackout shades down.

[bullygirl979]

Have you consulted with a lawyer? I hate to go right to that, but it may be the way to go.

[adhdfashion]

A lot of places have light pollution laws/ codes. Which a blue led light would fall under.
If not a wrist rocket sling shot and a small steel ball will fix it right quick.

[katie4253]

Honestly..I would get a window AC and Blackout blinds.

[munkii]

I just came across this and thought of you. It could be your giant brainstorming session!

www.dwellondesign.com/events/light-night-resolving-issues-through-design

[dr.girlfriend]

Ha, I was about to post that maybe a big-ass weathervane would block it...

[dr.girlfriend]