While I love the idea, I really doubt it could work very well. Everyone has varying degree of infatuation with astronomy. What about partners? I am sure my wife would want to see where she is going at night.
If one existed, I am sure I would love to check it out - imagine a whole suburb without neon adverts all night. Just the idea of a dark back yard sounds great. The resale and continuity would be hard - could only sell to another astronomer.
Think my biggest problem would be the clouds - they would be attracted like nothing else.
The problem of burglary should disappear - once they realise each backyard has someone outside with night adapted vision and camera.
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