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Noise problems - Top tips to prevent noise nuisance
https://sthelens.gov.uk/article/4948/Top-tips-to-prevent-noise-nuisanceWe frequently get complaints about noise from loud music or TVs, DIY, barking dogs, car repairs, intruder alarms and sometimes household appliances or musical i...
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Noise problems - Alarms - house and business
https://sthelens.gov.uk/article/4949/Alarms-house-and-businessMake sure your alarm isn't faulty and ensure it complies with BS 4737. Inform key holders that you're away and ask them to make regular checks of your property....
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Noise problems - DIY
https://sthelens.gov.uk/article/4950/DIYDIY jobs can create a lot of noise. You can reduce the impact on your neighbours by: avoiding DIY activities late at night and on Sundays - if you're going to c...
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Noise problems - Garden noise
https://sthelens.gov.uk/article/4951/Garden-noiseGardens are places to relax and entertain, but they also need maintaining. Your neighbours will be able to hear any noise you make in your garden, so: carry out...
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Noise problems - Party/event
https://sthelens.gov.uk/article/4952/Party-eventHaving a party Here areĀ a few handy tips if you're planning a party: keep your windows and doors closed when having a party. if you're having an outdoor event, ...
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Noise problems - Pets
https://sthelens.gov.uk/article/4953/PetsPets can often be the main cause of noise complaints. It's always best to ensure: if you have a caged bird, make sure you keep it where it's least likely to dis...
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Noise problems - Household appliances
https://sthelens.gov.uk/article/4954/Household-appliancesUsing noisy household appliances can often be a cause for complaints, so you should: try to purchase a quieter model when looking for new appliances. place your...
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Noise problems - Cars
https://sthelens.gov.uk/article/4955/CarsWe recommend the following: don't slam car doors, sound horns, or play your music so loud that it can be heard outside the car. don't carry out car repairs in t...
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Noise problems - What will happen if it is a statutory noise nuisance or anti-social behaviour?
https://sthelens.gov.uk/article/4956/What-will-happen-if-it-is-a-statutory-noise-nuisance-or-anti-social-behaviourIf it can be proved that the noise amounts to a statutory nuisance, we'll serve a statutory abatement notice, requesting that the noise cease immediately or aft...
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Fines for missing school - Prosecutions
https://sthelens.gov.uk/article/4916/ProsecutionsOnly the local authority can prosecute parents. The local authority considers the Attorney General's guidelines for Crown Prosecutors in all prosecution cases. ...