Babylon Village, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 269 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 269-9.1
Exterior lighting
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A. Exterior lighting shall be constructed with shielding and/or directional devices so as to limit direct illumination to the confines of the property upon which the lighting is installed and so not to provide direct illumination to any surrounding property. B. Overly bright unshielded Govee lights or glaring lights that disturb neighbors will be considered a nuisance. C. All permanent lighting must comply with the National Electrical Code (NEC) Adopted by New York, requiring proper wiring junction boxes and GRCI protection to prevent fire/shock hazards. D. Permits are required for major installations (e.g., under eaves, along rooflines), together with an electrical underwriter certificate.
Babylon Village Code § 269-9.1 establishes rules for exterior lighting at residential and other properties. Lighting must be shielded or directed so that its illumination stays within the boundaries of the property where it is installed and does not spill onto neighboring properties. Overly bright or unshielded lights that disturb neighbors can be classified as a nuisance, and permanent lighting installations must meet National Electrical Code standards, with permits and electrical underwriter certificates required for major installations such as those placed under eaves or along rooflines.
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Property owners and managers operating under Babylon Village Code § 269-9.1 generally ensure that all exterior fixtures are equipped with shielding or directional devices that contain light within their own property lines. Compliant operators typically verify that permanent lighting is wired in accordance with the National Electrical Code as adopted by New York, including proper junction boxes and GFCI protection. For major installations—such as lighting mounted under eaves or along rooflines—operators ordinarily obtain the required permits and an electrical underwriter certificate before work is completed.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Babylon Village Code § 269-9.1 gives tenants a basis to raise concerns if exterior lighting from a neighboring property or from their own landlord's installation spills onto their space, glares into their home, or otherwise disturbs their use and enjoyment. Overly bright or unshielded lights that cause such disturbance may be treated as a nuisance under this provision. Tenants who believe a violation exists may consider documenting the issue, contacting the Babylon Village code enforcement office, or reaching out to a local tenant-rights organization to understand available options.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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