Kirklees Council

04/22/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 04/22/2024 03:19

Tackling nuisance noise this summer

From Friday 3 May 2024 Kirklees Council will restart its summer night-time noise service.

The lighter and warmer evenings during the summer months sees people hoping for good weather to enjoy evenings outside with friends and family, whether in their own outside space or a local pub beer garden.

Kirklees Council are asking people to consider and respect their neighbours whilst enjoying summer gatherings by keeping noise to a minimum to avoid causing distress to those living nearby.

Our noise nuisance web page gives more information on what noises can be dealt with by Kirklees Council.

We will be running a night-time noise service on Friday and Saturday nights between 9pm and 3am until the end of September 2024 to tackle excessive levels of noise experienced by residents.

Anyone subjected to nuisance noise can call the night time noise team on 01484 414828.

Council officers may visit problem areas to investigate and where possible attempt to resolve the issue on the night. If this is not possible, they will follow up shortly afterwards.

The night time noise service also responds to calls about commercial premises so residents living near a venue, such as a pub or bar, can also call this number if excessive noise becomes an issue.

The night time noise team are usually quick to identify any problems and resolve noise complaints swiftly.

Rachel Spencer-Henshall, Strategic Director for Corporate Strategy, Commissioning and Public Health said:

"What some people experience as a fun and harmless get-together can be a very upsetting situation for others, if noise carries on late into the night this can affect the quality of life for neighbouring residents.

The summer night time noise team will provide advice and support and where possible help deal directly with any problems on an informal basis. The team have legal powers to resolve complaints if this isn't possible. If you do experience noise between 9pm and 3am on Friday or Saturday nights, make sure you use the service provided by calling 01484 414828."

More information

If you have a noise problem outside of the night time noise service operating hours, please visit our noise nuisance webpage for advice and help or you can reach our officers during normal office hours on 01484 414739.