Noise & Vibration Impact Assessments
Prove Your Project Won’t Disturb the Peace — Or Breach Planning Law
Noise & Vibration Impact Assessments evaluate how a development, construction activity, or operational site could affect surrounding areas in terms of sound and structural vibration. These assessments are often required for planning applications, particularly in urban settings or near residential zones, schools, hospitals, or heritage assets.
Using BS 4142, BS 5228, and BS 6472 standards, we assess existing conditions, predict future impacts using noise modelling, and recommend mitigation where needed. The final report provides robust, policy-compliant evidence to support your application, discharge conditions, or satisfy Environmental Health teams.
Why It Matters — and What You Risk Without It
Noise and vibration are among the top causes of planning objections and public complaints. If your project is too noisy — or lacks evidence to show it won’t be — you could face:
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❌ Planning refusal or extended determination time
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📣 Complaints and resistance from neighbours or stakeholders
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⚠️ Requirements for redesign or additional mitigation
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🧾 Enforcement action under the Environmental Protection Act 1990
Local authorities rely on these assessments to ensure that developments won’t harm the health, amenity, or tranquillity of surrounding areas.
What’s Included
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Baseline noise and/or vibration survey (typically over 24–72 hours)
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Predictive modelling for construction, plant, or operational sources
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Assessment against BS standards and local noise policies
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Analysis of receptor sensitivity and cumulative impacts
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Mitigation design (e.g. barriers, acoustic glazing, operational controls)
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Submission-ready report with charts, mapping, and planning-aligned recommendations
How It Works
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We install equipment to capture baseline data (if needed)
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Model site activities or mechanical plant based on architectural drawings and equipment specs
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Compare results to relevant standards and planning criteria
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Recommend noise or vibration mitigation if required
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Produce a technical report ready for submission to planners or EHOs
Who It’s For
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🏗️ Developers near residential or sensitive areas
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🧱 Contractors working under Section 61 or CEMP requirements
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🏢 Architects or consultants needing support for mixed-use or industrial projects
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🏛️ Local authorities, planning agents, and public bodies reviewing proposals
What You Get
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📄 Full BS-compliant noise and/or vibration impact assessment
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📊 Modelling visuals and receptor impact analysis
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🧠 Clear explanation of issues, outcomes, and mitigation
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✅ Support with planning approval, permit applications, or enforcement defence
Show You’ve Done It Right — And That You’ll Keep Things Quiet
Whether you’re building, operating, or applying, this assessment helps you demonstrate control, protect the community, and avoid unnecessary pushback. With clear, standards-aligned evidence, you can move forward without surprises.
