Pollution Control - Construction Sites

Dudley Council’s powers to control noise, dust and air pollution from construction sites that may affect local residents are contained in the Control of Pollution Act, 1974. Under Section 60 of this Act, the council may serve a notice imposing requirements as to the way in which works are to be carried out.

Such a notice may, in particular:

specify the plant or machinery which may be used,
specify the hours during which the works may be carried out,
specify noise levels which must not be exceeded,
provide for any change of circumstances.

The Statutory Nuisance provisions of Part III of the Environmental Protection Act 1990 may also be used for pollution control from construction activities as well as a large variety of other situations.

Any requirements made by the council could vary according to such factors as the type and extent of the work being undertaken and the site location in relation to the surrounding residences.

For further advice and guidance please contact us.

Contact Details

Name:	Environmental Protection Services
Address:	Directorate of the Urban Environment
	Claughton House
	Blowers Green Road
	Dudley
	West Midlands
	DY1 8UZ
Tel:	01384 812345
Contact:	General Contact Form

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