13. Existing DMP (2006)

4.0 Noise

4.1 Environmental values of acoustic environment
Noosaville is an idyllic township located alongside the Noosa River. Its scenic
backdrop provides a peaceful and relaxing are for residents and recreational goers
along the parks and foreshores. Noise is generated from vehicles and boats, but the
area is not considered a high traffic area.

4.2 Acoustic objectives
Noosa Council has an environmental objective of limiting noise emissions to EPA
Environmental Protection (Noise) Policy 1997 standards as in table 4 below.


Noise Limits at a Noise Sensitive Place
Time Periods                                  Noise level at a Noise Sensitive Place
                                              Measured as the Adjusted Maximum
                                              Sound Pressure level
Monday to Friday 7 am 6 pm                    Background noise level plus 5 dB(A)
Saturday 7 am-12 noon
Monday to Saturday 6 am 7 am                  Background noise level plus 5 dB(A)
Monday to Friday 6 pm-10 pm
Saturday 12 noon-6 pm
All other times and public holidays           Background noise level plus 3
Noise Limits at a Commercial Place
Time Period                                   Noise levels at a Commercial Place
                                              measured as the adjusted Maximum
                                              Sound Pressure level
Monday to Friday 7 am-6 pm                    Background noise level plus 10 dB(A)
Saturday 7am-12 noon
Monday to Friday 6 am-7 am                    Background noise level plus 10 dB(A)
Monday to Friday 6 pm-10 pm
Saturday 12 noon-6 pm
All other times and public holidays           Background noise level plus 8 dB(A)




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