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Noise and nuisance

How we investigate noise complaints. Busking at Bankside. Construction noise.

Construction noise

Construction and demolition work that produces noise that's audible beyond the boundary of the site can only be carried out at specific times.

This includes all work by electricity, gas, and water companies and council departments.

It does not include DIY if it's carried out at reasonable times. 

Times not allowed

You cannot carry out construction and demolition works at the following times without permission:

  • Mon to Fri 8am to 6pm
  • Sat 9am to 2pm
  • Sun and bank holidays all day

Report nuisance construction work to us if it disturbs you outside of these hours.

If you need to carry out noisy work outside normal hours you can apply for section 61 consent.