The camera system was installed about a week earlier on a property surrounded by apartments and duplexes.
"It's like walking into a rave," resident Roberta Stardust told 7 On Your Side. "I can't even walk outside at night because when I come out, that light hits my eyes, so I have to wear sunglasses if I go out at night."
Stardust said the setup felt not only disruptive but invasive, with multiple cameras pointed in different directions.
After contacting the city of Los Angeles, she was told it could take weeks before an inspector could determine whether the equipment was permitted.
While researching the device, Stardust said she learned it appeared to be an AI-powered surveillance system capable of facial recognition and license plate capture.
"I understand, yes it's an empty property and they want to secure their property, but just put regular cameras - not a big AI surveillance camera that has a big blue strobe light and completely illuminates my home and my yard," Stardust said.
Stardust called the city and was told an inspector would come to check the camera and see if the setup is legal.
An inspector from the city showed up later that day, and by that evening, the blue strobe light was removed, though the cameras remain in place.
"It's like a big sense of relief," Stardust said after the change.
She believes media attention sped up the city's response.
"Otherwise, I don't know if it would've taken another week, two weeks, three weeks," she said.
Stardust said she is still concerned about the surveillance system but feels reassured that officials are now paying attention.
She expressed gratitude for 7 On Your Side, saying she appreciated the help in getting the issue addressed.