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Road Traffic Noise Assessments (DA & Planning Compliance)

AACG provides road traffic noise assessment acoustic reports throughout New South Wales, assisting developers, architects, planners and project teams with development applications, planning approvals and acoustic compliance requirements.

Road traffic noise assessments are commonly required where proposed developments are located adjacent to major roads, motorways, transport corridors or other significant traffic noise sources. Acoustic reports are frequently requested as part of development applications to assess traffic noise exposure and identify any building design measures necessary to achieve acceptable acoustic outcomes.

Our consultants undertake detailed road traffic noise assessments to identify applicable planning requirements, evaluate traffic noise exposure levels and determine appropriate acoustic mitigation measures where required. We provide practical recommendations and technically robust reporting to support planning approvals, development consent requirements and informed project decision-making.

Whether supporting a residential development, apartment building, child care centre, educational facility, mixed-use development or other noise-sensitive land use, AACG delivers independent acoustic reporting aligned with applicable NSW planning requirements and project objectives.

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Acoustic Consulting Services

Council building Australia

Development Application Acoustic Reports

Assessment of proposed developments to support planning approvals and council submissions.

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Noise Impact Assessments

Assessment of environmental and operational noise impacts associated with residential, commercial and industrial developments.

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Mechanical Plant Noise Assessments

Assessment of air conditioners, HVAC systems, cooling towers, exhaust systems and other building services equipment.

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Childcare Acoustic Assessments

Assessment of proposed developments to support planning approvals and council submissions.

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Building Acoustics & Body Corporate

Assessment of floor impact noise, airborne sound insulation and acoustic compliance issues within residential buildings.

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Noise Intrusion Assessments

Assessment of aircraft, road traffic and rail noise affecting residential and commercial developments.

When You May Need a Road Traffic Noise Assessment Acoustic Report

New dwelling development applications

Residential alterations and additions

New residential developments

Secondary dwelling approvals

Duplex developments

Townhouse developments

Home extensions and renovations

Knock-down rebuild projects

Residential subdivision applications

Apartment developments

Council information requests

Development approval conditions

Acoustic treatment assessments

Building design and planning requirements

Applicable Road Traffic Noise Standards & Requirements

NSW Road Noise Policy

Development Near Rail Corridors and Busy Roads – Interim Guideline

AS 3671 Acoustics – Road Traffic Noise Intrusion – Building Siting and Construction

AS 1055 Acoustics – Description and Measurement of Environmental Noise

Development Consent Acoustic Conditions

Transport for NSW Planning Requirements

Typical Assessment Methodology

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Project review and scope confirmation

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Site inspection

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Noise monitoring and background noise assessment

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Acoustic modelling

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Compliance assessment and mitigation strategy

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Report preparation

Our Reports

• Prepared by experienced acoustic consultants
• Clear assessment methodology
• Relevant standards identified
• Practical mitigation recommendations
• Suitable for council and regulatory review

Our Quality

• Standards-based assessments
• Independent analysis
• Defensible reporting
• Consistent methodology

Our Approach

• Scope aligned to project requirements
• Clear deliverables
• Practical recommendations
• Efficient project delivery

Our Guarentees

• Clear compliance assessment
• Transparent methodology
• Practical reporting outcomes
• Experienced acoustic consulting team

Areas We Service

AACG provides road traffic noise assessments throughout New South Wales, including Sydney, Parramatta, Liverpool, Penrith, Newcastle, Wollongong, Central Coast, Hunter Region, Blue Mountains and regional NSW locations.

Complete an enquiry form to receive a fee proposal, including defined scope of works & lead time.

Fee proposals for smaller projects are typically issued same-day or within 24 hours.

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