Testimonials

Project: Blackswarth Road, St George, Bristol – 68 residential units.

Issue: Discharge of a pre-commencement planning condition requiring a noise climate assessment of the site following cessation of the former concrete fabrication use.

Contribution: Kimber Acoustics carried out the initial noise survey within a very short timeframe, as there was a limited window before demolition commenced. The rapid turnaround allowed us to prepare the discharge of condition submission without delay.

Outcome: The survey results confirmed that no further acoustic mitigation was required. This placed us in a comfortable position when preparing and submitting the relevant planning information.

Thomas Catling – Land & Planning Manager, Woodstock Homes

Project: Berkeley House, Bath – conversion of an office building to student accommodation.

Issue: Planning support documentation, including noise and vibration assessments, to support the proposed change of use and establish appropriate acoustic specifications.

Contribution: Kimber Acoustics provided the assessments and supporting information needed to address the planning considerations associated with the scheme.

Outcome: The level of detail provided was sufficient to support the grant of planning consent.

Paul Withers – Director, Eagle One

Project: New dwelling, Failand, Bristol

Issue: ASHP location and MCS020 submission requirements.

Contribution: We had not been asked previously for the specific data and form required. Robert helped walk us through the MCS020 process and the information needed to submit correct details to the LPA.

Outcome: The submitted information demonstrated compliance and the planning application was successful.

Craig Smith – Director, We Are Not Architects

Project: Investigation into noise and vibration transmission from a gym within a residential building

Problem: Persistent and severe noise and vibration affecting a residential apartment, caused by the use of heavy gym equipment. The issue had not been resolved through prior engagement with the building management company.

Contribution: Kimber Acoustics carried out a detailed on-site investigation and produced a clear, technically robust report identifying the root cause of the issue. The analysis was well-evidenced, professionally presented, and completed within a short timeframe.

Outcome: The report enabled the management company to take decisive action, including the removal of the offending equipment. The noise and vibration issue was fully resolved.

R. Goldsztein – Private Homeowner