The Galloper Wind Farm Order 2013

Control of noise during operational phase

30.—(1) Considered distinctly from each other, the noise emanating from the operation of Work No. 6 and Work No. 10 (including transformers, cooling fans, switch gear and power lines) shall each not exceed the following levels by reference to the specified points marked on the works plan—

(a) 40 dB(A) when measured at Point X (Rosery Cottage);

(b) 33 dB(A) when measured at Point Y (Home Farm);

(c) 33 dB(A) at Point Z (Halfway Cottages).

(2) Noise measurements shall be expressed as 5 minute L(A)eq values.

(3) Considered distinctly from each other, in the event that the noise emanating from Work No. 6 or 10 has a distinguishable tone, is impulsive or is otherwise irregular in character so as to attract attention, then the 5 minute L(A)eq value from the relevant Work at the points marked on the works plan shall not exceed—

(a) 35 dB(A) when measured at Point X (Rosery Cottage);

(b) 28 dB(A) when measured at Point Y (Home Farm);

(c) 28 dB(A) at Point Z (Halfway Cottages).

(4) All standby generator testing in relation to the connection works or the transmission works shall be undertaken during the hours of 0900 to 1700 on Mondays to Saturdays, and not at all on Sundays or bank holidays, unless otherwise agreed with the relevant planning authority.