Basic lighting should benefit people. Controlled, efficient lighting is best. Poorly installed, overly bright lighting is not. Check your site at night before installing lighting. Be a hospitable neighbor.
Light fixtures have different lighting patterns.
Select fixtures smartly. Prefer motion detection lights for effective security with minimal energy use. Well-designed, properly installed outdoor lighting is an asset to everyone. But glare creates hazards instead of increasing safety. Light can trespass and be intrusive if it shines on neighboring properties, into bedroom windows, invades privacy, hinders sleep, jeopardizes well-being.