[2024] NZEnvC 054 HD Land Limited v Waikato District Council [pdf, 7.7 MB]
...performance standards are not set at idealistic stringent levels which would prevent all adverse noise effects. Instead, they are set at pragmatic reasonable levels designed to avoid the worst noise effects which could have the biggest impact on human health and amenity. The acoustic provisions have been developed with input from acoustic and ventilation experts engaged by Council, NZTA, KiwiRail and Kāinga Ora Homes and Communities; 9 Rail Corridor setback for building...