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Noise Sources Sources of noise are wide ranging and include domestic premises, industrial/commercial developments, construction sites, entertainment venues and many more. 1. Domestic Noise Nuisance Almost 80% of complaints investigated arise from domestic properties. Complaints received include those about noise from barking dogs, DIY work and loud music.  What should I do if I have a problem with noise from my neighbour? If you are concerned about noise coming from a neighbour's home, often the best way to deal with the problem is to approach them. You may find that they are unaware they are disturbing you and my take steps necessary to reduce/remove the noise. If you do feel disturbed by noise, you can also make a complaint to the Environmental Health Service who will investigate the matter. 2. Industrial/Commercial Noise  The Environmental Health Service also receives and investigates complaints regarding commercial or industrial noise and they will try to ensure, that where a noise nuisance exists, all reasonable and practical steps are taken to ensure that the noise levels are controlled at a suitable level.
3. Public Entertainment Noise  Pubs and clubs are required to have an Entertainments Licence,which stipulates conditions to ensure residents in the area are not unreasonably disturbed.
When a complaint is received regarding noise disturbance from places of entertainment these conditions will be checked as part of the investigation and non-compliance could results in their licence being removed. 3. Construction Noise When noise from construction sites is affecting residents or businesses in the area, the Council can restrict hours of operation, the use of certain equipment or set noise limits in order to provide protection to those in the area affected.  
4. Audible Alarms There is a Code of Practice dealing with Audible Intruder Alarms. It requires that the Environmental Health Service is informed within 48 hours of installation of an alarm. There is a voluntary Intruder Alarm Register for both commercial and domestic properties. This involves the householder or manager providing details of the intruder alarm and details of two keyholders. In the event of an alarm sounding unnecessarily and complaints being received by Environmental Health the situation can therefore be easily resolved with the alarm switched off, preventing formal action by the Council. You may also wish to register your alarm with your local police station. Intruder Alarm registration forms are available by contacting Environmental Health Service or from your local installer. They can also be obtained online - click here. 
5. Miscellaneous The Environmental Health Service investigates numerous other complaints from many other noise sources which are investigated in a similar manner e.g. bird scarers, ice cream chimes, off road motor cycle scrambling etc. 
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