Policy information sourced from Hammersmith & Fulham Planning Guidance

NN3 Sound Insulation between dwellings and between commercial and residential premises

In the design of new residential dwellings (including changes of use and conversions) careful consideration should be given to stacking and layout of rooms in relation to adjoining walls/floors/ceilings.

To ensure the amenity of occupiers is not adversely affected by noise, the council expects all parts of adjoining dwellings to enhance the sound insulation, including where the adjoining room is of a similar use.

Where a residential dwelling adjoins a commercial premise, substantially enhanced sound insulation will be expected.

For more information please see the Hammersmith & Fulham Planning Guidance