What is a noise code?

• A noise code applies to residential houses and accommodation that are built within ‘transport noise corridors.’
• A transport noise corridor is a major road or railway that is controlled by the state government.
• If a residential building is built within a transport noise corridor certain steps must be taken to reduce the impact of traffic noise on occupants. This is for health and amenity purposes.
• Steps taken may include using certain materials on the outside of the building including the windows, roof, floors and doors.
• To find out whether your building is or will be in a transport noise corridor you can contact your state government who often provide maps of the noise zones.

They can also advise where to find the rules and regulations for compliance.