Road & Rail Noise Guidelines
These guidelines provide supporting information for
decision-making authorities, planners, landowners/
proponents, referral agencies and infrastructure
providers to implement SPP 5.4.
Frequently Asked Questions
About the Road & Rail Noise Guidelines in an easy to
understand format.
State and Planning Policy 5.4
SPP 5.4 Road and Rail Noise applies to all stages of
planning in Western Australia, where a noise-
sensitive land use is proposed within the policy’s
trigger distance of specified transport routes or when
new or major upgrades of road and rail are proposed.
Road Noise from Traffic
Road traffic noise can be a major nuisance,
particularly in residential areas. We're working to
reduce overall traffic noise levels, and to limit noise
impacts from new or upgraded roads. (Useful
background Information from VicRoads)
How Traffic Noise is Measured
Traffic noise levels are investigated during road
planning. We consider the impact on noise-sensitive
areas such as residential dwellings, hospitals, motels,
schools and libraries. (Useful background Information
from VicRoads)