Building Acoustics

***MRL Acoustics can provide design advice for many types of development. Building Regulations Approved Document E (ADE) needs that all new residential development achieves a given minimum acoustic performance standard. The current version of ADE came into force on 1st July 2003***. It sets out criteria for a minimum standard of airborne and impact sound insulation for both separating walls and floors. It also gives criteria for internal walls and floors. Residential development must meet these standards and must be tested to demonstrate compliance (some sites can be registered with the Robust Details scheme as an alternative to pre-completion testing). On-site Pre-Completion Testing (PCT) is carried out to prove compliance. ADE also requires control of reverberation in common circulation areas of residential buildings and applies to all types of residential buildings, including hotels, hostels, student accommodation and nursing homes, but not hospitals.