In the first phase, the relevant agencies will identify the main sources of noise pollution. Highways with traffic exceeding 3 million vehicles per year, railways with traffic exceeding 30,000 trains, airports with more than 50,000 takeoffs and landings per year, and large factories will be subject to inspection.
Based on the collected data, strategic noise maps will be created. These maps will clearly identify areas where permissible health standards are exceeded. Residential neighborhoods, parks, and areas surrounding schools, kindergartens, and hospitals will be prioritized for monitoring.
Subsequently, government agencies and infrastructure operators will be required to develop action plans to reduce noise levels. The planned measures include technical sound insulation, optimization of traffic flows, stricter urban planning regulations, and the protection of “quiet zones” in cities.
As Logos Press previously reported, the new regulations introduce, for the first time, a requirement to mandatorily indicate the sound power level on products so that consumers can obtain complete information before making a purchase. In addition, equipment will be required to undergo mandatory conformity assessment and testing procedures before being placed on the market.
