# The Building (Scotland) Regulations 2004, Paragraph 5.1: Noise separation

Extent: S

Every building, which is divided into more than one area of different occupation, must be designed and constructed in such a way to limit the transmission of source noise from normal domestic type activities, between such areas, to a level that will not threaten the health of, or cause inconvenience to the building occupants.
Limitation
This standard only applies to a building in different occupation incorporating—
(a) attached dwellings;
(b) attached residential buildings; or
(c) a roof, walkway or access deck located directly above an area that is either a dwelling or a residential building.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ssi/2004/406/schedule/5/paragraph/5.1 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/building-scotland-regulations-2004/schedule-5/paragraph-5.1
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