Noise Pollution in the ACT
This factsheet explains what noise pollution is and how it is regulated.
Summary
Key takeaways
Explains what noise pollution is and how it is regulated in the ACT
Outlines the role of the Environment Protection Authority in regulating noise
Details how to submit a complaint about noise pollution
Describes other options for resolving a noise complaint, including lodging a nuisance application with ACAT
Key actions
Visit: Access Canberra’s pages on:
– Environment Protection Guidelines to learn about the EPA’s decisions on particular forms of noise
– Noise Thresholds to view a summary of activities (for residents) and their applicable decisions
– Fix My Street – an online service where you can submit a noise complaint
Visit: Access Canberra’s page on the Environment Protection Authority
Read: EDO Factsheet on Appealing Planning and Environment Decisions in the ACAT for more information about ACAT’s procedures
Seek independent legal advice before commencing legal action
