Willoughby Operational Noise Conditions

99. Construction Noise and Vibration Construction noise and vibration shall be controlled to comply with the requirements as set out in the EPA Interim Construction Noise Guideline (ICNG), the noise and vibration criteria contained in Section 5 of the acoustic report by Pulse White Noise Acoustics Pty Ltd, Ref. 230226, Rev. 2, dated 1 July 2024, and the Construction Noise and Vibration Management Plan (CNVMP). Noise levels shall be managed so as to not exceed the following noise criteria wherever possible: Reference: DA-2024/106 Page 46 of 78 Management Time of day Level How to apply L * Aeq(15min) The noise affected level represents the point above which there may be some community…

60. Construction Noise and Vibration Management The Applicant must prepare a Construction Noise and Vibration Management Plan (CNVMP) which addresses all phases of the development including demolition and excavation. The Plan should refer to Section 5 of the acoustic report by Pulse White Noise Acoustics Pty Ltd, Ref. 230226, Rev. 2, dated 1 July 2024, and must: (a) be prepared by a suitable qualified expert and submitted to the satisfaction of the Principal Certifying Authority; (b) be prepared in consultation with all noise sensitive receivers where noise levels exceed the construction noise management level, in accordance with EPA guidelines; (c) describe the measures that would be…

94. Waste Management Plan Requirements of the approved Demolition and Construction Waste Management Plan (DCWMP) shall be complied with during all site preparation works, demolition (if proposed) and throughout all construction works: When implementing the DCWMP the developer is to ensure: (a) The disposal of any demolition and construction waste must be undertaken in accordance with the requirements of the Protection of Environment Operations Act 1997. (b) All waste on site is to be stored, handled and disposed of in such a manner as to not create air pollution, offensive noise or pollution of land and water as defined by the Protection of Environment Operations Act 1997. (c) Generation,…

40. Internal Noise Levels To minimise the noise intrusion from any external noise source, the development shall be designed and constructed to comply with the following criteria with windows and doors closed: Criteria Internal Space L Aeq (period) Common areas (e.g. foyer, lift lobby) 50 dB(A) L Aeq 24 hour Residential Living Areas 40 dB(A) L Aeq 24 hour Residential Sleeping Areas (night time) 35 dB(A) L Aeq 9 hour 50 dB(A) L when in Retail/Commercial Areas Aeq use Note: (a) The above criteria does not apply to garages, kitchens, bathrooms or hallways. (b) The above criteria define the minimum acceptable levels. Buildings may be built to a better than average standard by applying more…

20. Internal Noise Levels To minimise the noise intrusion from any external noise source, the development shall be designed and constructed to comply with the following criteria with windows and doors closed: Internal Space Criteria LAeq (period) Common areas (e.g. foyer, lift lobby) 55 dB(A) LAeq 24 hour Residential Living Areas 40 dB(A) LAeq 24 hour Residential Sleeping Areas (night time) 35 dB(A) LAeq 9 hour Retail/Commercial Areas 50 dB(A) LAeq when in use Note: • The above criteria does not apply to garages, kitchens, bathrooms or hallways. • The above criteria define the minimum acceptable levels. Buildings may be built to a better than average standard by applying more stringent…

45. Noise Mechanical Plant To minimise the impact of noise onto receivers on surrounding land, all mechanical services and other sources of noise shall be designed to comply with the noise emission criteria contained in the EPA’s Noise Policy for Industry (2017) and the criteria contained in Section 4.1.3 of the acoustic report prepared by E-LAB Consulting, Issue 3, dated 11 September 2023. Once mechanical plant has been selected and the building design is finalised, a noise assessment shall be carried out by an appropriately qualified acoustic consultant (who is a member of either the Australian Acoustical Society or the Association of Australia Acoustical Consultants) and detailed in a…

42. Noise Mechanical Plant To minimise the impact of noise onto receivers on surrounding land, all mechanical services and other sources of noise shall be designed to comply with the noise emission criteria contained in the EPA’s Noise Policy for Industry (2017) and the criteria contained in Section 6.1.4 of the acoustic report prepared by Pulse White Noise Acoustics Pty Ltd, Ref. 230226, Rev. 2, dated 1 July 2024. Once mechanical plant has been selected and the building design is finalised, a noise assessment shall be carried out by an appropriately qualified acoustic consultant (who is a member of either the Australian Acoustical Society or the Association of Australia Acoustical…

23. Noise Mechanical Plant To minimise the impact of noise onto receivers on surrounding land, all mechanical services and other sources of noise shall be designed to comply with the noise emission criteria contained in the EPA’s Noise Policy for Industry (2017) and the criteria contained in Section 6.1 of the acoustic report prepared by Acoustic Logic Pty Ltd, Ref. 20230424.1/0211A/R2/SJ, dated 2 November 2023. Once mechanical plant has been selected and the building design is finalised, a noise assessment shall be carried out by an appropriately qualified acoustic consultant (who is a member of either the Australian Acoustical Society or the Association of Australia Acoustical…

100. Noise and Vibration Management The Construction Noise and Vibration Management Plan (CNVMP) shall be complied with for the duration of all development site works. Noise and vibration monitoring shall be carried out as recommended in Section 5.8 of the acoustic report by Pulse White Noise Acoustics Pty Ltd, Ref. 230226, Rev. 2, dated 1 July 2024, and in the event of a complaint being received by Council or the principal construction contractor. This monitoring shall be documented in reports and submitted to the Principal Certifying Authority and demonstrate compliance with criteria contained in Section 5 of the acoustic report by Pulse White Noise Acoustics Pty Ltd, Ref. 230226, Rev. 2,…

22. Acoustic Treatment for the Development In order to achieve the internal noise levels specified above, the proposed development shall be designed and constructed to incorporate the recommended acoustic treatments for glazing and other building elements from Section 5.2 of the acoustic report prepared by Acoustic Logic Pty Ltd, Ref. 20230424.1/0211A/R2/SJ, dated 2 November 2023, as a minimum. The required acoustic rating of the glazing assembly refers to the acoustic performance of the glazing once installed on site (including the frame). Plans and specifications showing the details of the proposed acoustic treatment shall be submitted to the Certifier prior to the issue of the…

47. Acoustic Treatment for the Development In order to achieve the internal noise levels specified above, the proposed development shall be designed and constructed to incorporate the recommended acoustic treatments for glazing and other building elements from Section 6 of the acoustic report prepared by E-LAB Consulting, Issue 3, dated 11 September 2023, as a minimum. The required acoustic rating of the glazing assembly refers to the acoustic performance of the glazing once installed on site (including the frame). Plans and specifications showing the details of the proposed acoustic treatment shall be submitted to the Certifier prior to the issue of the Construction Certificate. (Reason:…

153. Acoustic Treatment – Certification Prior to the issue of any relevant Occupation Certificate, certification shall be provided from a suitably qualified acoustic engineer certifying that the acoustic treatment of the building complies with the approved construction details and the relevant design noise criteria contained in Section 3 of the acoustic report prepared by Pulse White Noise Acoustics Pty Ltd, Ref. 230226, Rev. 2, dated 1 July 2024. The certificate is to be approved by the Principal Certifier (PC) prior to the issue of any Occupation Certificate. (Reason: Amenity, environmental compliance and health)

21. Noise from Transport Corridor To minimise the impact of noise from any external noise source on the amenity of the occupants, the building shall be constructed in accordance with the recommendations and specifications in the acoustic report by Acoustic Logic Pty Ltd, Ref. 20230424.1/0211A/R2/SJ, dated 2 November 2023. Details of the proposed acoustic treatment, specification and plans shall be submitted to the Certifier prior to the issue of the Construction Certificate. (Reason: Amenity, environmental compliance and health)

41. Noise Mechanical Services To minimise the impact of noise onto receivers on surrounding land, all mechanical services shall be designed to comply with the noise emission criteria contained in the EPA’s Noise Policy for Industry 2017. Details of the proposed equipment, siting, appropriate noise criteria and any attenuation required shall be prepared by an appropriately qualified acoustic consultant and accompany the application for a Construction Certificate. (Reason: Amenity, environmental compliance and health)

3. Fresh air ventilation that meets the requirements of the National Code of Construction (NCC) shall be provided to those occupancies that can only achieve the above criteria with windows and doors closed. Certification from an appropriately qualified acoustic consultant that the building has been designed to meet these criteria shall be submitted to the Certifier prior to issue of the Construction Certificate. (Reason: Amenity, environmental compliance and health) Reference: DA-2023/256 Page 23 of 59 PPSSNH-433

46. Noise from Transport Corridor To minimise the impact of noise from any external noise source on the amenity of the occupants, the building shall be constructed in accordance with the recommendations and specifications in the acoustic report by E-LAB Consulting, Issue 3, dated 11 September 2023. Details of the proposed acoustic treatment, specification and plans shall be submitted to the Certifier prior to the issue of the Construction Certificate. (Reason: Amenity, environmental compliance and health)

98. Acoustic Treatment – Certification Prior to the issue of any relevant Occupation Certificate, certification shall be provided from a suitably qualified acoustic engineer certifying that the acoustic treatment of the building complies with the approved construction details and the relevant design noise criteria contained in Section 6.1 of the acoustic report prepared by Acoustic Logic Pty Ltd, Ref. 20230424.1/0211A/R2/SJ, dated 2 November 2023. (Reason: Amenity, environmental compliance and health)

93. Acoustic Treatment – Certification Prior to the issue of any relevant Occupation Certificate, certification shall be provided from a suitably qualified acoustic engineer certifying that the acoustic treatment of the building complies with the approved construction details and the relevant design noise criteria contained in Section 4.3.1 of the acoustic report prepared by E-LAB Consulting, Issue 3, dated 11 September. (Reason: Amenity, environmental compliance and health)

99. Noise Emission – Equipment Prior to the issue of any relevant Occupation Certificate, certification shall be provided from a suitably qualified acoustic engineer certifying that the noise from all sound producing plant, equipment, machinery and/or mechanical ventilation system complies with the relevant noise criteria contained in the Mechanical Plant Noise Assessment Report required elsewhere in this consent. (Reason: Amenity, environmental compliance and health)

2. The above criteria define the minimum acceptable levels. Buildings may be built to a better than average standard by applying more stringent criteria. Certification from an appropriately qualified acoustic consultant that the building has been designed to meet these criteria shall be submitted to the Certifier prior to issue of the Construction Certificate. (Reason: Amenity, environmental compliance and health)

2. The above criteria define the minimum acceptable levels. Buildings may be built to a better than average standard by applying more stringent criteria. Certification from an appropriately qualified acoustic consultant that the building has been designed to meet these criteria shall be submitted to the Certifier prior to issue of the Construction Certificate. (Reason: Amenity, environmental compliance and health)

49. Sound transmission and insulation Prior to the issue of a Construction Certificate details must be provided for the Certifier’s approval demonstrating compliance with the National Construction Code (NCC) – Volume 1, Section F, Health and Amenity, Part F7 Sound transmission and insulation, which deals with sound transmission between walls and floors of the building.

142. Noise Control – Offensive Noise and Vibration To minimise the noise and vibration impact on the surrounding environment, the use of the premises, building services, equipment, machinery and ancillary fittings shall not give rise to an “offensive noise” as defined under the provisions of the Protection of the Environment Operations Act 1997. (Reason: Amenity)

152. Noise Control – Offensive Noise and Vibration To minimise the noise and vibration impact on the surrounding environment, the use of the premises, building services, equipment, machinery and ancillary fittings shall not give rise to an “offensive noise” as defined under the provisions of the Protection of the Environment Operations Act 1997. (Reason: Amenity)

136. Noise Control – Offensive Noise To minimise the noise and vibration impact on the surrounding environment, the use of the premises, building services, equipment, machinery and ancillary fittings shall not give rise to an “offensive noise” as defined under the provisions of the Protection of the Environment Operations Act 1997. (Reason: Amenity)

156. Noise Control – Offensive Noise To minimise the noise and vibration impact on the surrounding environment, the use of the premises, building services, equipment, machinery and ancillary fittings shall not give rise to an “offensive noise” as defined under the provisions of the Protection of the Environment Operations Act 1997. (Reason: Amenity)

170. Noise Control – Offensive Noise To minimise the noise and vibration impact on the surrounding environment, the use of the premises, building services, equipment, machinery and ancillary fittings shall not give rise to an “offensive noise” as defined under the provisions of the Protection of the Environment Operations Act 1997. (Reason: Amenity)

144. Collection/Delivery Services To minimise the noise impact of the development on the surrounding environment, the collection and delivery of goods and materials (including garbage and recycling waste) from and to the premises shall not take place between the hours of 10:00pm and 7:00am on any day. (Reason: Amenity)

33. Acoustic Report Prior to the issue of a Construction Certificate, the applicant must notate on the Construction Certificate plans that the Acoustic Report (Ref 20240287.1 dated 19.11.2024) prepared by Acoustics Logic, will be fully complied with. (Reason: Compliance)