Policy information sourced from the Broxbourne Local Plan
EQ4: Noise
New development, and extensions or alteration to existing developments, emitting noise levels noticeably above background levels on a consistent or consistently periodic basis, should be sited away from noise sensitive land uses including residential accommodation, schools and health facilities.
If this is unavoidable the Council will consider the following criteria when determining an application:
- the duration and timing of the noise;
- the nature of the noise;
- the character and context of the area in which the activities will be sited;
- the cumulative impact of noisy development in the area; and
- the acceptability of measures incorporated into development proposals to mitigate the impact of noise on noise sensitive land uses.
Noise sensitive development should be located away from existing lawful noise generating sources to avoid prejudicing the continued operation of the existing noise generating use. The use of design, materials, layout, landscaping tools and construction methods including noise insulation should be employed, where needed, to reduce the impact of surrounding noise sources.
For more information please see the Local Plan