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BSi have today published a redraft of BS 8233 Sound insulation and noise reduction for buildings. This standard provides guidance for the control of sound ...
BSI has published a redraft of BS 8233.
The standard provides guidance for the control of sound in and around buildings.
The standard is applicable to the design of new buildings, or redesign or refurbishment of existing buildings, including those undergoing a change of use.
The current standard was published in 2014.
The new draft takes into account the Environment (Air Quality and Soundscapes) Act (Wales) 2024.
The new draft takes into account the 2018 World Health Organization Environmental Noise Guidelines for the European region.
The IOA are convening a working group to respond to the consultation.
The deadline for comments has been extended to September 14th.
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BSi have today published a redraft of BS 8233 Sound insulation and noise reduction for buildings. This standard provides guidance for the control of sound in and around buildings. It is applicable to the design of new buildings, or redesign or refurbishment of existing buildings, including those undergoing a change of use. Guidance is given on levels of sound indoors and the type and character of the sound. The current standard was published in 2014. This new draft takes into account changes to the legislative framework since then, in particular the Environment (Air Quality and Soundscapes) Act (Wales) 2024 and the 2018 World Health Organization Environmental Noise Guidelines for the European region. The IOA are convening a working group to respond to the consultation, deadline for comments has been extended to September 14th. To view and respond to the consultation you need to create a a free account and log in.
The Northern Ireland Department for Infrastructure (DfI) have consulted on their round 4 Road Noise Action Plan covering 2023 – 28.
Government response to the Environmental Audit Committee Inquiry into Airport Expansion and Climate and nature targets noise recommendations
Considerations of noise and soundscape are embedded in the Natural Resources Wales State of Natural Resources Report 2025.
Outcome of Welsh Government consultation on changes to permitted development rights including air source heat pumps.
A report commissioned by the Department for Business and Industrial Strategy to look at assessment of noise from onshore wind farms is now published.
The Welsh Government are consulting on changes to permitted development rights including air source heat pumps(ASHP).
The Government are seeking views on proposals for changes to the planning process for national infrastructure projects.
As part of their ongoing enquiry into the impact of airport expansion on climate and nature targets, the Environmental Audit Committee will be taking oral evidence tomorrow - Wednesday May 14th.
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