Intrusive lighting

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If you are being affected by lighting in and around your property, we can investigate the situation.

Light nuisances are investigated, and any action will depend on:

  • the intensity of the light
  • the duration and rate of emission of the light
  • the sensitivity of the environment and the impact of the light.

Resolving light nuisance concerns may not be straightforward, and it can take time.

We investigate concerns caused by light as an environmental nuisance. This is defined as 'the emission, discharge, depositing or disturbance of a pollutant that unreasonably interferes with, or is likely to unreasonably interfere with, a person's enjoyment of the environment'.

If a source of lighting is having an extremely negative impact on you, it may be considered to be a nuisance.

You can report intrusive lighting by completing the online form.

Street lighting

The City of Hobart is responsible for providing street lighting on local roads in Hobart.

The aim of street lighting is to ensure roads and footpaths are well-lit. This is for the safety and comfort of drivers and pedestrians at night.

For information about street lighting, including how to report issues, please see our street lighting page.

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