Elsewhere, there are movements towards creating respite from noise pollution in urban centres. But there’s little research done in Dublin, says Sibéal Devilly.
Tag: noise
Posted inUnreal Estate
Sick of Noise, Residents near Dominick Street Block Entrance to Building Site
Those protesting say they’ve struggled to open communication with the firm that is building student accommodation just off Dominick Lane.
Posted inCity Desk
Mysterious Shrill Sound Baffles Residents and Visitors in a Corner of the Liberties
For the past few months, people who live and work near the Christ Church end of Thomas Street have noticed a high-pitched screech, sometimes late into the night.
Posted inCity Desk
Dublin Is Getting Noisier, Monitoring Data Shows
Ambient sound levels have been rising for years, as they have been in many cities as they get more crowded, and council officials are looking for ways to slow the increase.
Posted inUnreal Estate
Council Tells More Than 50 Construction Sites They Can Work Outside Normal Hours
Across the city in recent times, residents have complained of construction noise in the early morning, or late at night.
Posted inCity Desk
Council-Installed “Mosquito Alarms” Kept Local Residents Up Nights
The Justice Minister Charlie Flanagan said in May that the use of noise against someone can be considered assault. Yet council officials told a councillor that Gardaí advised them to put in the alarms.
Posted inUnreal Estate
Residents Say the Noise of Construction Is Stressing Them Out
The area around Kevin Street Upper is pockmarked with building sites.
Posted inCity Desk
In the Inner City, Wailing Burglar Alarms Add to the Din
Although it’s had complaints, Dublin City Council hasn’t taken any enforcement proceedings in alarm-related cases from last year.
Posted inOpinion
Frank: Let’s Talk About Noise and How to Deal with It
People who live in Dublin need to be protected against abusive proprietors so that we can enjoy the relative peace and tranquility of our homes.