Practical acoustic advice,
clearly delivered
Independent noise and acoustic consultancy helping developers, architects, businesses and local authorities navigate planning and environmental noise requirements.
Acoustic services, clearly defined
Six focused service areas covering the most common planning, environmental and workplace noise requirements. Choose the one that matches your project, or get in touch if you are unsure.
Planning Noise Assessments
Environmental noise surveys and acoustic assessments supporting planning applications and new development.
Plant Noise Assessments
Assessment of commercial and industrial plant and equipment, including BS 4142 assessments.
Construction Noise
BS 5228 construction noise assessments, Section 61 support and practical noise management advice.
Noise at Work
Workplace noise risk assessments under the Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005.
Noise Nuisance
Independent acoustic investigation and technical advice relating to environmental noise complaints and noise abatement matters.
Technical Review
Independent appraisal of acoustic reports, planning submissions and technical noise evidence.
Experience from both sides of the planning process
Denham Acoustics is led by Dave Denham MIOA, MCIEH, an experienced acoustic consultant with over 20 years' expertise in environmental noise, planning and acoustics.
Dave's experience spans both acoustic consultancy and Environmental Health, providing a practical understanding of both regulatory expectations and commercial project delivery.
A Master's graduate in Environmental Health and holder of the Institute of Acoustics Diploma in Acoustics and Noise Control, Dave is a Member of both the Institute of Acoustics (MIOA) and the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (MCIEH).
Whether supporting developers, architects, businesses or local authorities, every project receives personal attention, clear technical advice and proportionate acoustic solutions from initial enquiry through to final report.
The result is straightforward, professional guidance that helps clients navigate planning and regulatory requirements with confidence and keep projects moving.
The benefit of a focused specialist consultancy
A small consultancy gives you direct access to experience and proportionate advice, without the overhead of large project teams.
Understanding both sides of the process
Developers need clear, proportionate advice that keeps projects moving. Regulators need robust evidence that allows them to reach a defensible decision. Experience on both sides helps Denham Acoustics identify what is genuinely required — without unnecessary complication or over-engineering.
Direct access to an experienced consultant
You speak with the person doing the work, from first enquiry to final report.
More than 20 years' professional experience
Two decades across environmental noise, planning and regulatory practice.
Regulatory and consultancy perspective
An understanding of what local authorities expect, and what projects need.
Clear and proportionate technical advice
Guidance that fits the problem — no more, no less.
No unnecessary layers of project management
A lean structure keeps communication direct and cost proportionate.
Personally prepared professional reports
Every report is written and signed off by the consultant who assessed it.
A straightforward three-stage process
Every project follows the same clear path, so you always know what is happening and why.
Initial consultation
Understand the project, planning requirements, site and timescales and agree an appropriate scope.
Survey & assessment
Carry out any required site measurements and technical assessment using recognised standards and professional methodology.
Report & recommendations
Provide a clear report explaining the findings, conclusions and any proportionate mitigation required.
Practical guidance on planning and noise
Articles on planning, environmental noise and acoustic assessment — written to inform, not to sell.
The council has asked for a noise assessment — what happens next?
Planning or Environmental Health asked for a noise assessment? Here's what to send your consultant, what happens next, and why the right scope matters.
What is a Noise Impact Assessment and when is one required for planning?
A practical guide to Noise Impact Assessments for planning: what an NIA involves, when one may be required, and how noise issues can be addressed through proportionate assessment and mitigation.
New guidance on air source heat pump noise — what it means for developers
New professional guidance on air source heat pump noise provides a more proportionate framework for considering noise and planning. This article looks at what the guidance means for developers and when acoustic assessment may be required.
Let's discuss your project
You don't need to know exactly what type of noise assessment you require. Tell us about the site and the planning position, and we will advise on the right scope.