Noise from Roadworks, Construction, Demolition Noise and Railway Maintenance
This section provides information about noise from roadworks, construction, demolition and railway maintenance.
It is possible that this activity could cause a statutory nuisance within the provisions of the Environmental Protection Act 1990.There are also controls contained within the Control of Pollution Act 1974 (sections 60 and 61) specifically implemented to deal with this type of noise.
Both of these controls are exercised by the local authority.
Other legal provision which may be applicable are common law nuisance and section 82 of the Environmental Protection Act 1990.
Both of these allow individuals to take their own legal action and may offer a more speedy remedy than we can offer using our powers under the Environmental Protection Act 1990.
Before you make a formal complaint we strongly recommend you read our guidance notes on making a complaint.
Having read the guidance notes, make your complaint online or make your complaint by letter, telephone or email.
We will need to know exactly where the activity is taking place and when it may be witnessed by our officers.
Any other information would be helpful.
We would also advise you to make a complaint to the owner of the property from which the disturbance emanates if it is occupied by a tenant
Reigate & Banstead Borough Council
Town Hall
Castlefield Road
Reigate
RH2 0SH
01737 276000
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