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Environmental Protection (Noise) Policy 2019.

Country/Territory
Australia
Territorial subdivision
Queensland
Document type
Date
2019
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Air & atmosphere
Keyword
Noise pollution Legal proceedings/administrative proceedings Environmental planning Environmental standards
Geographical area
ASIA AND THE PACIFIC, Australia and New Zealand, Indian Ocean, Oceania, South Pacific
Entry into force notes
This Policy enters into force on 1 September 2019.
Abstract

The purpose of this Policy, under the Environmental Protection Act 1994, is to achieve the object of the Act in relation to the acoustic environment. The purpose is achieved by performing the following activities: (a) identifying and declaring the environmental values of the acoustic environment; and (b) stating acoustic quality objectives that are directed at enhancing or protecting the environmental values; and (c) providing a framework for making consistent, equitable and informed decisions that relate to the acoustic environment. The environmental values to be enhanced or protected under this policy are: (a) the qualities of the acoustic environment that are conducive to protecting the health and biodiversity of ecosystems; and (b) the qualities of the acoustic environment that are conducive to human health and wellbeing, including by ensuring a suitable acoustic environment for individuals to do any of the following— (i) sleep; (ii) study or learn; (iii) be involved in recreation, including relaxation and conversation; and (c) the qualities of the acoustic environment that are conducive to protecting the amenity of the community. Schedules specify Acoustic quality objectives and the dictionary defining particular words used in this policy.

Full text
English
Website
www.legislation.qld.gov.au

References - Legislation

Implements

Environmental Protection Act 1994.

Legislation | Australia | 1994 (2020)

Keyword: Framework law, Environmental planning, Authorization/permit, Mining, EIA, Enforcement/compliance, Offences/penalties, Indigenous peoples, Policy/planning, Concession, Freshwater pollution, Sustainable development, Pollution control

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Repeals

Environmental Protection (Noise) Policy 2008.

Legislation | Australia | 2009

Keyword: Noise pollution, Legal proceedings/administrative proceedings

Source: FAO, FAOLEX