Validation Checklist - List 1

3zvii Ventilation / Extraction Equipment

Will be required for all applications relating to the sale or preparation of cooked food, shops requiring extracting equipment and launderettes.

Applications will be required to provide details of the method and appearance of measures to deal with ventilation and extraction, including sound power levels of machinery, odour abatement and types of filters to be used. Due to the potential disturbance and loss of amenity to residents within the vicinity, prior to determining the suitability of the equipment and whether any further attenuation works are required, a British Standard 4142:2014 assessment is recommended is carried out. This assessment is designed to evaluate the likelihood of complaints that may arise from the introduction of an industrial type of noise to an area. A suitably competent person is recommended completes this assessment.

Policy Driver and where to get more advice: Policies SP9 and SADM11 of the Draft Local Plan Proposed Submission, August 2016. National Planning Policy Framework, Sections 7, 11 and 12. Welwyn Hatfield Council, Environmental Health Department, e.health@welhat.gov.uk or 01707 357242.