Mixed Use Development, Docklands
Southdowns were commissioned to undertake a noise and vibration assessment for a large dual tower block mixed use development in the east of London
The proposed development will be sited on land surrounded by a complex mix of noise sources including light rail, a major trunk road and associated slip roads and interchanges, City Airport traffic and atypical road traffic associated with local commercial premises.
To demonstrate that the site was suitable for residential development, detailed noise modelling was undertaken to establish facade noise levels on each side of the tower blocks at each of the thirty or so floors to establish the variation in ambient noise levels with height.
The results were used to identify suitable glazing specifications for habitable rooms using the calculation methodology presented in BS 8233. Other aspects covered in the study included additional road traffic associated with the development, on and off-site construction noise impacts, and the impact of integrated commercial premises including a 24 hr drive through restaurant.