Issue

Noise and disturbance

5 stories · discussed at 5 council meetings · 7 councils

Concerns about increased noise levels from customers, delivery drivers, and vehicles. A planning consideration relating to the potential for new developments to generate excessive noise or cause disruption to existing residents. Unwanted sound and disruptions that can negatively impact the quality of life and well-being of residents. Unwanted sound or disruption that can affect the amenity of residential areas. Unwanted sound or disruption that negatively impacts the peace and quiet of an area. Concerns raised by residents regarding potential excessive noise and disruption from the proposed activities and operating hours. Concerns related to excessive sound and disruption caused by a business's operations.

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