Dust

When investigating a dust complaint, Council considers the:

• amount of dust being emitted;
• duration and rate of emission and the dust’s characteristics and qualities;
• sensitivity of the environment into which the dust is being emitted and the potential impacts; and
• number of complaints received and the views of nearby residents.

Ways you can reduce dust emissions include:

• have a work plan
• consider weather conditions before starting work
• retain vegetation – even low or small amounts of vegetation can significantly lower wind speed and reduce the amount of dust leaving a site
• use any onsite waste as a dust barrier
• erect a dust fence
• water topsoil
• use products such as hydro mulch for large areas