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Noise & Pollution

• Noise Nuisance

  Noise is defined as unwanted sound and it can come from a number of sources, such as: loud music, barking dogs, machinery, construction and DIY activity, shouting, banging doors, alarms and transport.

• Air Quality

  Information on air quality for the Lewes district, pollutant types and health effects and Local Air Quality Management (LAQM) reports.

• Fume Free Friday

  Fume Free Friday is a co-ordinated day of action in Lewes town with the aim to improve air quality, cut congestion and encourage an active and healthy lifestyle.

• Exhaust Fumes

  Vehicles emitting excessive smoke can be reported as they contribute pollutants into the atmosphere affecting the quality of the air we breath.

• Smoke Nuisance

  If you are planning to light a bonfire, or if you want to complain about a neighbour causing a nuisance with smoke, we offer the following advice and guidance.

• Smoke Free Compliance

  Enclosed public places in the district are subject to smokefree laws. We enforce this and offer help for businesses to comply. Find further information on how to apply and the application process.

• Odours & Smells

  Bad odours and smells can be reported and in certain instances action can be taken to prevent it from happening.

• Land Contamination

  Land is monitored for contamination and action taken if it’s likely to cause problems for people or the environment.

• Radon

  Radon is a natural radioactive gas present in all parts of the UK, although the gas disperses outdoors so levels are generally very low.

• Radiation

  We work in partnership to carry out radiation monitoring as part of the East Sussex Radiation Monitoring Group at five sites in our area.