Major projects and developments or any process or activity that generates elevated levels of noise, vibration and dust has the potential to be disruptive to residents and businesses during demolition, construction or operational phases. At E3P we have extensive experience of undertaking demolition, construction…
Biodiversity Net Gain Timetable
Last Wednesday marked the introduction of the governments next steps regarding ‘nature positive’ developments. The updated timetable has delayed the implementation of the mandatory 10% Biodiversity Net Gain from November 2023 to January 2024 for new housing and industrial or commercial…
The implications of Part 2A designation within the context of the planning framework.
A Part 2A site is one that is legally designated as “Contaminated Land” under Part 2A of the Environmental Protection Act 1990 in the UK. It is classified as having “Significant Potential for Significant Harm” (SPOSH) to human health or the environment due…
Understanding the Impact of Construction Noise and Vibration
Construction projects are fundamental to the progress and development of our towns and cities. However, these projects can often come with a downside: noise pollution and increased vibration levels. Both noise and vibration can disrupt nearby residents’ daily lives, causing annoyance and even…
What are the British Standards that are related to Noise?
It’s likely you’re familiar with the term “British Standards” if you’ve ever read a Noise Assessment or are involved in planning applications. But you may not know exactly what they are or how they work. The British Standards are a set…
Environmental Acoustics – Building Regulations: Approved Document O – Overheating (June 2022)
At E3P Acoustics, our Noise Impact Assessments comply with a range of building regulations and British standards to ensure that new developments are suitable for their location, considering the potential effects of noise pollution on health, living conditions, and the natural…
What is a BREEAM Assessment
BREEAM assessment are undertaken by a suitably qualified acoustic consultant and consider both building and environmental acoustics but are typically related to Hea05 ‘Acoustic Performance’ and Pol05 ‘Reduction fo Noise Pollution. BREEAM operates through awarding credits for the environmental performance of…
Environment Act 2021 Implementation Period
Not long now until the 2-year implementation period for the Environment Act 2021 is up and a 10% Biodiversity Net Gain will be mandatory on the majority of development sites. That said, can we say the implementation period is ending around now? Most…
The Institution of Civil Engineers Paper Review – Piled Foundations and Pathways for Ground Gas Mitigation
The Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) is renowned for its publications that contribute to the advancement of the civil engineering field. In this review, we will explore an ICE paper focused on piled foundations and pathways for ground gas mitigation. This paper sheds…
Supporting The Local Community
As part of E3P‘s commitment to supporting the local community groups and projects, we are proud to support a local community group called Allergy & Asthma Parents. Set up by 3 mums from Stockport, who’s children suffer from a variety of food…