Skip to main content

Noise, vibration and ventilation assessments in planning applications

beta This is the improved Camden website. Tell us what you think.

Noise, vibration and ventilation assessments in planning applications

Adoption of revised local area requirements

We adopted revised local area requirements in July 2018 and are currently in the process of updating this guidance page. Check the list of Local Area Requirements July 2018 for the most up to date information before submitting your application.

The information below provides further details about:

  • when a noise, vibration and ventilation assessment is needed
  • what information this document should include
  • how to submit it to us
  • where further information can be found.

When is a noise, vibration and ventilation assessment needed?

You should send this with applications for developments including installing, changing or replacing plant, ventilation, extraction or air conditioning equipment.

What information should be included in a noise, vibration and ventilation assessment?

A noise, vibration and ventilation assessment should include the following information:

  • existing background noise levels measured over a 24-hour period. This includes the cumulative noise levels of all existing units.
  • proposed background noise levels. This includes the cumulative noise levels of all existing units.
  • any proposed measures to reduce noise, fume emissions and vibration
  • the system manufacturers specification of the proposed equipment to be installed, altered or replaced
  • details of the method used to compile the report and examples of the calculations and assumptions made

How do I submit a noise, vibration and ventilation assessment?

If you apply for planning permission online using the Planning Portal, you can upload your noise, vibration and ventilation assessment. This is after you have completed the relevant application forms.

Before uploading any files, please read our guidance notes for submitting electronic files with planning applications (PDF).

If you choose to submit a paper-based application instead, you will need to provide

  • four copies of your noise, vibration and ventilation assessment
  • four copies of the relevant application forms.

Where can I find out further information?

For further information on preparing and submitting a noise, vibration and ventilation assessment, please see the links below: