Environmental Acoustics

We provide specialist environmental acoustics advice for planning, licensing and permitting applications. With experience across all sectors, we provide practical and cost effective solutions.

Environmental Noise and Vibration Assessments

Acoustic consultants with years of experience in noise and vibration outdoors

Planning

Licensing

Permitting

We work with planners, developers and contractors to provide clear, practical guidance aligned with relevant standards, planning policies, licensing and permitting requirements. Our approach ensures environmental acoustic constraints are identified early, assessed robustly and addressed cost effectively to support smooth planning, licensing and permitting processes.

At Atom Acoustics, we are an independent UK-based acoustic consultancy with over 10 years of expertise. We specialise in delivering tailored acoustic solutions for developers, planning consultants, architects, and a wide range of clients throughout every sector. From concept through to detailed design and commissioning, our innovative approach ensures your projects meet regulatory compliance, on budget and on time. Let us help you build a quieter, more sustainable future.

Environmental Acoustic Consultants Across the UK.

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  • A city street scene with a sound level meter set up on the sidewalk. In the background, there are people walking, a red double-decker bus, a red delivery truck, and tall buildings.

    Noise Surveys

    Environmental baseline noise surveys used to establish existing sound levels around the site in accordance with BS4142, BS8233 and BS5228.

  • A 3D noise map of a proposed mixed-use development. The image shows noise propagation from the roads.

    Noise Modelling

    Predictive noise modelling in accordance with ISO 9613-2:2024, using industry standard noise modelling software.

  • Aerial view of a highway with cars, bordered by a residential neighborhood with houses and yards, and a sound barrier wall separating the road from the homes, under a cloudy sky during late afternoon or early evening.

    Mitigation Advice

    Practical, cost effective mitigation solutions to ensure compliance with planning, licensing or permitting requirements.

  • Two acoustic consultants working together at a desk with laptops, printed documents, and pens.

    Technical Reports

    We provide technical reports to assisst with planning, licencing or permitting applications. All consultants are members of the institute of acoustics.

  • Environmental noise assessments to support planning applications and condition discharge

  • BS4142 assessments for industrial, commercial and plant noise

  • BS8233 assessments to guide façade design and internal noise standards

  • Construction noise and vibration assessments in line with BS5228

  • Noise chapters and appendices for Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA)

  • Baseline noise surveys using precision sound level meters

  • Sound propagation modelling using industry-standard software

  • Noise management plans for planning, licensing and permitting

  • Mitigation design including barriers, bunds and enclosures

  • Cumulative noise assessments for multi-source developments

  • Expert witness support for planning appeals and consultations

  • Compliance monitoring and post-installation noise testing

Full List of Services

Sectors

Energy and Waste

Battery Storage, Solar Farms, Gas Peaking Plants, Synchronous Condensers, Hydrogen, Anaerobic Digesters, Recycling Facilities.

Housing

Residential Developments, Apartment Blocks, Mixed Use Schemes, Care Homes, Student Accommodation, Build-to-Rent Schemes, Supported Living.

Industrial

Manufacturing Facilities, Warehouses, Distribution Centres, Logistics Hubs, Data Centres, Food Processing Plants, Waste Transfer Stations.

Education

Primary Schools, Secondary Schools, Colleges, Universities, Research Facilities, Laboratories, Specialist Education Buildings.

Commercial

Offices, Retail Units, Shopping Centres, Business Parks, Call Centres, Hospitality Venues, Co-working Spaces.

Leisure and Entertainment

Cinemas, Theatres, Gyms, Sports Halls, Stadiums, Hotels, Bars and Restaurants, Museums, Visitor Attractions.

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Architects

We collaborate with architects to deliver exceptional buildings of all shapes and sizes.

We provide provide advice through all RIBA stages from concept to completion.

Energy Developers/ Operators

Our team has a lot of experience in providing services for various energy projects. From small Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) to large solar farms and NSIP DCO projects.

Contractors

We help contractors to achieve compliance with industry standards whilst providing cost effective solutions and value engineering solutions to keep costs down.

Business Owners

Running a business can be stressful; don’t let noise-related planning conditions or building regulations get in the way. Let us take the problems off your hands so you can focus on what truly matters.

Developers

We understand the importance of straightforward advice that delivers results.

We have a proven track record of successful planning applications across all sectors.

Planning Consultants

Planning consultants trust us for our in-depth understanding of the planning process. We offer clear and practical advice designed to help your client achieve successful results.

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info@atomacoustics.co.uk

07944 881 342

47 Mcarthurs Yard, Gas Ferry Road, Spike Island, Bristol, BS1 6AF