Excessive and unwanted noise is a growing problem of modern life and it is often the cause of great annoyance and even health affects. Controlling noise is yet another of the EHO’s functions. To do this effectively, he/she must be able to use evaluate and measure noise sources and must have a good knowledge of how to reduce, mitigate, or eliminate noise from all types of sources. The range of noise sources may include loud machinery or industrial plant near your home, a noisy building site, or noise from nightclubs – if the EHO is satisfied that the particular noise is a nuisance, they can initiate legal proceeding in order to abate the nuisance. The EHO’s advice is sought in connection with planning applications to eliminate noise during the construction phase and when the premises is finally operational.

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