Tonbridge and Malling - SQ6 Noise

Policy information sourced from Tonbridge and Malling Managing Development and the Environment Development Plan Document

SQ6 Noise

In considering the impact of noise from transport-related sources on proposals for new residential development, the Noise Exposure Categories (NECs) identified in Policy Annex SQ6 will be applied as follows:

where noise levels are within NEC A, noise will not usually be a determining issue;
where noise levels fall within NEC B, the applicant will be required to demonstrate that adequate mitigation measures are included in the proposal to reduce noise to a satisfactory level;
where noise levels fall within NEC C, planning permission will not normally be granted;
where noise levels are within NEC D, planning permission will be refused.

Proposals for noise-sensitive development (including offices, hospitals, schools, outside amenity space within and adjacent to residential areas and, with respect to noise from non-transport related sources, housing), will be required to demonstrate that noise levels are appropriate for the proposed use. Proposals for built development should incorporate design measures (e.g. positioning of buildings within the proposed site, positioning of noise sensitive rooms on quiet facades, consideration of appropriate ventilation and the appropriate use of barriers) such that internal noise levels are demonstrated to meet criteria levels in relevant guidance, including BS 8233:1999 and Building Bulletin 93.

For more information please see the Plan Document