Blue Mountains Operational Noise Conditions

37. Mechanical plant noise confirmation Prior to the issue of the relevant construction certificate, an acoustic report shall be submitted to the principal certifier demonstrating that all selected internal and external mechanical plant—including but not limited to air conditioners, kitchen exhaust fans, and refrigeration condensers—will meet the requirements of the project-specific noise criteria identified in Table 5.2.4 (and section 6.3 & 7) of the report prepared by Acoustic Logic dated 6 November 2024, with the following amendment: • The Project Amenity Level for the Blue Mountains Community Theatre and Hub (the Hub) shall be 48 dB(A) Leq (15min) rather than 63 dB(A) Leq (15min). The…

100. Noise complaints Upon receipt of a justified complaint relating to noise pollution emanating from the premises, an acoustic assessment is to be carried out in accordance with the requirements of the Noise Policy for Industry (NSW EPA, 2017) and provide recommendations to ensure the development meets the acoustic objectives of the report prepared by Acoustic Logic dated 6 November 2024. The report shall be prepared by an appropriately qualified acoustic consultant that is a member of the Association of Australian Acoustic Consultants or membership of the Australian Acoustical Society (MAAS) and shall be submitted to Council for consideration. Reason: To ensure noise complaints are…

81. Acoustic verification Prior to the issue of any occupation certificate for the supermarket, an acoustic report shall be submitted to and approved by Council confirming that the completed development meets the acoustic objectives in the report prepared by Acoustic Logic Consultancy Dated 6 November 2024 and any relevant conditions of this consent. The acoustic report is to be prepared by an appropriately qualified acoustic consultant having the technical eligibility criteria required for membership of the Association of Australian Acoustical Consultants (AAAC) and/or grade membership of the Australian Acoustical Society (MAAS). Reason: To ensure the development meets relevant noise…

98. Waste management Operational waste must be managed in accordance with the approved Operational Waste Management Plan by Elephants Foot (rev D) dated 25-06-2025. All waste generated on the site is to be stored, handled and disposed of in such a manner as to not create air pollution (including odour), offensive noise, or pollution of land or water as defined by the Protection of the Environment Operations Act 1997. Reason: To ensure the premises are properly managed during operations.