Ciarán Lynch (Cork South Central, Labour)
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Question 567: To ask the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government the progress made in regard to the commitment given in the Programme for Government to ensure that noise insulation levels protect the quality of life of home owners. [19388/08]

John Gormley (Dublin South East, Green Party)
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As indicated in the reply to Question No. 609 of 8 May 2008, my Department is currently examining options to strengthen legislation on noise pollution and I will announce my preferred approach as soon as possible. Part E (Sound) of the Building Regulations 1997, and the related Technical Guidance Document E, TGD E, sets out requirements in relation to sound insulation in buildings. Home Bond are currently carrying out a major study of sound insulation standards in buildings. I intend to initiate a review of Part E of the Building Regulations and the related TGD — E in the light of the results of the Home Bond study and in consultation with the Building Regulations Advisory Body (BRAB).