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Law No. 8/2014 on prevention and control of noise pollution.

Country/Territory
China, Macao SAR
Document type
Legislation
Date
2014
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Air & atmosphere
Keyword
Noise pollution Classification/declassification Offences/penalties
Geographical area
Asia, Eastern Asia, North Pacific, North-West Pacific
Entry into force notes
This Law enters into force 180 days after its publication.
Abstract

This Law, consisting of 4 Chapters, establishes the legal framework for the prevention and control of environmental noise in order to protect the human health. It provides for the situations of noise produced by: Works, maintenance and repair in residential buildings; Equipment used in construction and civil works; Air conditioning equipment and air ventilation; Activities of daily life and pets in residential buildings; Shows, entertainment and similar activities; Any activities in buildings or units for industry, trade and services and any activity performed in public spaces.

Full text
Portuguese
Website
bo.io.gov.mo

References - Legislation

Repeals

Decree-Law No. 54/94/M establishing norms to be fulfilled to avoid noise pollution.

Legislation | China, Macao SAR | 1994

Keyword: Noise pollution

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Implemented by

Chief Executive Order No. 248/2014 approving the norms on noise pollution.

Legislation | China, Macao SAR | 2014

Keyword: Noise pollution, Classification/declassification

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Amended by

Law No. 9/2019 amending Law No. 8/2014 on prevention and control of noise pollution.

Legislation | China, Macao SAR | 2019

Keyword: Noise pollution, Classification/declassification, Offences/penalties

Source: FAO, FAOLEX