A noise impact assessment evaluates how existing noise sources — roads, railways,
industry or entertainment venues — affect a proposed development, or how a new
development will generate noise affecting nearby residents and sensitive uses.
London councils require a noise impact assessment when:
— A residential development is near a main road, railway or industrial site
— A pub, bar, club or music venue is proposed near residential properties
— External plant such as air conditioning units or generators is installed
— A change of use introduces new noise sources into a noise-sensitive area
MMES prepares noise impact assessments to BS8233:2014, BS4142:2014, ProPG and
local authority requirements across London and the UK.

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residential developments near roads, railways or industry — determining what
acoustic glazing and ventilation is needed to achieve acceptable internal noise
levels for future occupants.
BS4142:2014 is used to assess commercial or industrial noise sources — air
conditioning units, heat pumps, kitchen extract fans, generators and mechanical
plant — and their impact on nearby residential properties.
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You are likely to need one if your application involves:
— Residential development near a main road, railway or industrial site
— A pub, bar, club, restaurant or music venue near residential properties
— External plant equipment: air conditioning, heat pumps, generators
— Dog boarding kennels or animal-related commercial uses
— A change of use that introduces significant new noise sources

Costs vary by report type and site complexity. Straightforward desktop assessments
are very affordable. Full environmental noise surveys with BS8233 or BS4142 reports
for complex sites are priced accordingly.

Yes. Licensing authorities require a noise management plan or acoustic report as
part of a premises licence application under the Licensing Act 2003 — particularly
for venues offering live or recorded music, late-night entertainment or any
activity generating noise that could disturb neighbours.
MMES licensing noise reports are written to satisfy licensing committees without
imposing conditions your business cannot realistically meet.

Yes. Planning authorities routinely require a BS4142 noise assessment for dog
boarding kennels and cattery facilities, as dog barking can significantly affect
neighbouring properties. MMES carries out BS4142 noise assessments for dog kennel
planning applications and recommends practical, cost-effective mitigation measures.

A Transport Statement assesses the transport impact of a proposed development —
covering access, parking, pedestrian and cycling routes and trip generation. It is
required for smaller developments with a limited highway impact. A Transport
Assessment is a more detailed document for larger schemes. MMES prepares both
and liaises directly with local highway authorities and TfL.

Simple desktop assessments: typically 5–7 working days from instruction.
Reports requiring an on-site noise survey: typically 7–14 working days.
Complex or multi-discipline reports: timescale agreed upfront.