Local List Glossary

When is this required?

• Development proposals that would result in the installation of ventilation or extraction equipment, including those for the sale or preparation of cooked food, launderettes, and significant retail, business, industrial or leisure developments.

What information is required?

• submitted plans should include details of the external appearance and written details outlining the technical specification of the proposed plant. The technical specifications should include:

1. a schematic of the proposed ducting showing the location of all components (fans, filters, silencers, etc.) and the position on the building;
2. the noise levels generated by the fan in decibels (dB) at the specified distance (i.e. 1.0m/3.0m/ etc.);
3. details of the means of mounting the ducting to the structure including details of all anti-vibration measures proposed;
4. the locations, design and appearance of external flues; and
5. arrangements to reduce odours to an acceptable level to safeguard existing amenity.

Relevant policy and reason for the document:

North Devon and Torridge Local Plan 2011-2031: http://consult.torridge.gov.uk/portal/planning/localplan/adoption/

North Devon and Torridge Local Plan Policy DM01: Amenity Considerations