In the City of Blinding Lights


Given how little sleep we get between the kids and the double life, we’re particularly sympathetic to our latest reader submission. Last Thursday, according to this gentleman, the management company at 111 15th Street (which he believes is called Pinnacle) put up flood lights to illuminate the area in front of the four-story building. “Perhaps the Port Authority contracted them to ensure these lights double as navigational aids to La Guardia-bound planes, because these lights are ridiculously bright ‒ and aimed directly into my bedroom window,” he grouses. “I can literally read by them, even with the blinds closed.” So he’s wondering what he can do. Are there any laws or building codes governing this kind of thing? Is 311 an option or should he try just asking nicely? GMAP
May 21, 2012 | 02:16 PM