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Advises on how planning can manage potential noise impacts in new development.
This guide explains how impacts on noise should be incorporated into a cost benefit analysis.
Noise is an inevitable consequence of a mature and vibrant society, but it can have a negative effect on people’s quality of life, affecting their health and wellbeing.
Information you must submit to the Environment Agency in a noise impact assessment that uses computer modelling or spreadsheet calculations.
Guidance for manufacturers, authorised representatives, and responsible persons.
Legal noise limits for on and off-road vehicles, and what to do if you're affected by road, rail or aircraft noise
How councils deal with complaints about noise at night, intruder alarms, construction noise and loudspeakers in the street.
The mapping of environmental noise levels generated from aviation activity at Royal Air Force stations.
Healthcare professionals can use these checklists to help parents recognise hearing loss in a baby.
Reports and maps showing the magnitude and extent of aircraft noise around Heathrow, Gatwick and Stansted airports.
Disputes with neighbours - noisy neighbours, barking dogs, statutory nuisances, high hedges, mediation and when your council can step in
How to notify the Marine Management Organisation that you are carrying out a seismic or geophysical survey.
Report a noise problem like loud music, noisy pubs, neighbour's parties or barking dogs to your local council
Noise action plans (Round 2) for agglomerations (large urban areas), roads (including major roads) and railways (including major railways).
An independent research report.
Noise action plans (Round 3) for agglomerations (large urban areas), roads (including major roads) and railways (including major railways).
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