Institute of Acoustics
The leading UK organisation concerned with acoustics.
Association of Noise Consultants
A corporate organisation for acoustic UK consultancy firms.
Scottish Building Standards
Department of the Scottish Government responsible for writing the Scottish building regulations.
The Planning Portal
The UK Government's online planning and building regulations resource for
England and Wales.
Department for Environment, Health and Rural Affairs
Defra's Noise and Nuisance pages provide info on initiatives and research
into noise and vibration issues
Robust Details
Provides alternative solution to pre-completion testing requirement
EcoHomes
Flexible and independently verified environmental assessment method for new homes
Code for Sustainable Homes
The Code for Sustainable Homes has replaced EcoHomes in England from April 2007 introducing minimum standards for energy and water efficiency at every level of the new national standard.
Building Regulations relating to Noise and Vibration and Air Tightness Testing
Scotland
Section 5 of the Building Scotland Regulations 2004.
England and Wales
Approved Document E of the Building Regulations 2003.
Air Tightness Testing Regulations
Approved Part L of the Building Regulations.
Edinburgh Napier University
Robin Mackenzie Partnership is an acoustic consultancy division of Edinburgh Napier University.
Building Performance Centre
All our acoustic and energy research activities are undertaken through the Building Performance Centre, recipient of The Queens' Anniversary Award 2009.
airtest.org.uk
Our website dedicated to meeting air tightness testing needs.
soundtest.co.uk
Our website dedicated to meeting sound insulation testing needs.