Noise from Fireworks at Night Fireworks regulations restrict the level of noise from fireworks to 120dB. Trading Standards officers will check this limit through the manufacturers. The larger more powerful display fireworks are only allowed to be possessed by professionals; whereas it is an offence for anyone under the age of 18 to be soldContinue reading “Noise from Fireworks”
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Noise – Section 82 – Update
Taking Your Own Action – The Statistics Statistics from the Ministry of Justice were previously obtained by noisenuisance.org relating to statutory nuisance prosecutions. Some of the figures stood out, particularly in relation to the use of s.82 of the Environmental Protection Act 1990. (Section 82 provides for persons aggrieved by a nuisance to apply forContinue reading “Noise – Section 82 – Update”
Noise from Sexual Activity
Complaints of this nature are more common than you might think. Regularity will pose more of an annoyance factor; particularly if plenty of stamina is involved. Time of day also increases the likelyhood for such activity to be more intrusive – as this tends to be more of a late night activity any screaming, moaning,Continue reading “Noise from Sexual Activity”
Aircraft Noise
Most aircraft noise is exempt from the statutory nuisance regime and aviation policy and regulation is largely controlled by the UK Government (princially through the Civil Aviation Authority). You can still register a complaint with your local authority though as this will help them measure trends in interest and concern. Some local authorities have takenContinue reading “Aircraft Noise”
Noisy Pub or Club
How to deal with a Noisy Pub or Club Whether it is live music, recorded music or patron noise the noisy pub or club can be a common cause for concern (particularly in mixed commercial/residential areas). In recent years enforcement officers and complainants have been blamed for the closure of some pubs and clubs (andContinue reading “Noisy Pub or Club”
Not happy with the service you’ve received?
The Council Won’t Deal with My Noise Complaint If you are unhappy with the service provided by your local authority and feel that they can take, or could of taken, action to help you can make a complaint or ask them to reconsider. If you would like the case reviewed or would like a fullerContinue reading “Not happy with the service you’ve received?”
Taking your own action
Noisy Neighbours Law – Going it Alone Whilst we would always advise using your local authority service before resorting to taking your own action against the perpetrator of the noise, there are other options available to you. Included in the range of noisy neighbours law is the “section 82” option. Section 82 of the Environmental ProtectionContinue reading “Taking your own action”
Is mediation a possibility?
Noise and Mediation You may wish to consider talking through your differences with your neighbour and coming to an amicable solution to the problem. You should always approach your neighbours in a calm and constructive way; and avoid conflict. If you are not in a position to talk directly to your neighbour or if relationsContinue reading “Is mediation a possibility?”
Noise Complaint Investgation Process
Environmental Health – The Noise Police If you are suffering from noise pollution you can usually complain directly to your local authority environmental health department (who are in most areas have the noise police role). In the majority of cases, your local police force do not enforce the specific noise legislation. However, they can beContinue reading “Noise Complaint Investgation Process”
Permitted noise levels
Maximum Permitted Noise Level Contrary to popular belief there is no maximum permitted noise level that needs to be exceeded for noise to be categorised as a ‘nuisance’. Statutory nuisance legislation is routinely implemented and enforced by local authorities. Investigating officers will sometimes use sound level meters to help them assess nuisance but for most casesContinue reading “Permitted noise levels”
Noise Nuisance 