Self-assessment before applying - The applicant shall conduct his own preliminary noise assessment according to the procedures set out in relevant Technical Memoranda prior to submitting the application. Please clickhere for the self-help assessment tools and here to search for the CNP in force.
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Please see the following links when preparing a CNP application:
Use of Quiet Construction Equipment for Road Opening Works during Non-Sociable Hours - If a CNP is issued for construction work with unavoidable constraints on working hours (e.g. road pavement work) even though the noise could not meet the limit, EPD would require the employment of the quietest practicable construction method. Please click here for a practice note on the "Minimizing Noise from Construction Activities". Please also click here for examples of noise control measures, quiet construction equipment and techniques.
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Other useful links on CNP application
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Booklet "How to apply for a Construction Noise Permit" - Please click here to download the booklet.
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Application form - Please click here to download CNP application form (form 1).
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Guidelines on the Applicability of the Noise Control Ordinance (Cap. 400) to the Operation of Concrete Batching Plant, Public Filling Area, Public Fill Stockpiling Area, Barging Point and Landfill - Please click here for the guidelines."
