Apply to do noisy demolition or construction

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You must get consent to carry out noisy demolition or construction at least 28 days before works start.

This is sometimes called ‘section 61 consent’.

If you do not apply before work begins we'll set your hours of work, terms and conditions.

Out of hours noisy works

You need special permission for any noisy demolition or construction work outside of the normal working hours.

You must apply at least 7 days before you plan to start work.

You can do this for work that will last less than 8 weeks.

You’ll need to give a valid safety or highways reasons why the work needs to be done out of hours.