Partial regulatory impact assessment on the review of Section 5: Noise of the Technical Handbooks for ways of complying with the Building (Scotland) regulations 2004 (as amended) (Consultation - Annex F)

Publication Year

2008

Document Status

Withdrawn

Abstract

To improve sound insulation, reduce sound transmission to dwellings and residential buildings from buildings in different occupation and to reduce noise levels for building occupants and ensure the building environment does not affect health through noise disturbance. Looks at 3 options and examines costs, risks, implementation and delivery plans and benefits.

Document History

Consultation closed on 29 July 2008. This consultation comprises: a covering letter, Annex A - summary of proposed changes, Annex B - proposed revisions to domestic and non-domestic guidance documents, Annex C - guidance on laminate/hard floor coverings, Annex D - example constructions and generic internal wall and floor details and this Annex F - an intermediate regulatory impact assessment.

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