Types of noise nuisances include:
Frequent disturbance by noise is not only annoying but can lead to stress and illness, particularly if it is at unsociable times - for example, at night when people are generally trying to sleep.
If noise is intrusive or excessive it could lead to fines and confiscation of equipment.
Under the Environmental Protection Act 1990, noise emitted from premises (including land) may be a statutory nuisance and a local authority can take action to stop it happening.
Businesses or commercial premises convicted of noise nuisance may be fined up to £20,000.
Under the Control of Pollution Act 1974, local authorities also have the power to control noise from construction sites and loudspeakers in the street (ice cream vans).
Private individuals are also able to take their own action by complaint to a magistrate's court and if convicted, people are liable for fines up to £5,000 with a daily fine of £500 for as long as it continues.
You can report a noise nuisance using our contact us form, please select 'environmental health' from the list of services.
Please be aware that Havant Borough Council does not offer a night time monitoring service.