PPG 24 Noise Assessments and Surveys

Chartered Building Surveyors • Environmental Consultants • Project Managers

PPG 24 noise assessments are an essential part of the planning application process for noise sensitive developments near existing sources of noise. The aim of PPG24 is to provide advice on how the planning system can be used to minimise the adverse impact of noise without placing unreasonable restrictions on development or adding unduly to the costs and administrative burdens of business.

The assessment is normally conducted at the planning stage allowing Environmental Protection to assess if the proposed development is suitable and if existing noise sources need to be controlled. Submitting an assessment at a later date can greatly slow the application process.

Most often problems relating to noise occur during the planning stages so these can usually be avoided or resolved with a good, detailed and accurate acoustic assessment report.