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Planning Noise Help

How it works

From “what does the council want?” to a clear next step

Our checker is built for people who don't work in acoustics. It structures your situation so a consultant can understand it quickly.
  1. 1

    Tell us about your project

    Start with what prompted this — a council request, a planning condition, a planning application, or equipment like a heat pump. Then a few simple questions about the project. Most answers are a single tap.

  2. 2

    Give us the important details

    If you have the council's wording or a planning condition, paste it in. You don't need to understand it. Add your postcode, your timeframe and what information you already have.

  3. 3

    Understand your next step

    Before we ask for any contact details, you'll see a clear summary of what you've told us and what typically happens next.

  4. 4

    Connect with an acoustic consultant

    If you want to proceed, add your contact details and tick to agree. Only then is your enquiry shared with an appropriate acoustic consultant, who can review it and confirm what's required.

What we are — and aren't

We're not an acoustic consultancy and we don't diagnose which assessment you need or guarantee planning outcomes. We help you explain your situation properly and connect you with a consultant who can. Read more about us.

Questions

Do I need an account?

No. There's no login and nothing to sign up for.

Will my details be shared automatically?

No. Your enquiry is only shared with a consultant if you tick the consent box at the end.

Is there a charge for using the checker?

No. Any fees for the assessment itself are agreed directly with the consultant.

What if I stop halfway?

Your answers are kept on your device for the current browser session, so you can pick up where you left off.

Ready to explain your situation?

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