How can developers take account of external air quality and noise issues?
• Choose the location and orientation of a new development to minimise noise intrusion from nearby sources. • Install measures to reduce noise output or impact where appropriate (e.g. sound insulation and earth bunds). • Restrict motor vehicle access and provide for more sustainable modes of transport – e.g. install bicycle parking and adopt travel plans (see Travel and Transport ). • Specify heating plant with low nitrous oxide emissions. • Plant trees to ‘neutralise’ the release of carbon dioxide and to absorb pollutants (including noise).
