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Pollution, noise and hazardous substancesBurglar alarmsPollution & Noise - December 2010pollution@kirklees.gov.uk
How can I ensure my burglar alarm doesn't cause a nuisance?
Repeated or prolonged ringing of alarms can cause nuisance and distress to neighbours. In such circumstances the council can take steps to disconnect alarms and charge or even prosecute owners for doing so. You should therefore ensure that your alarm is properly maintained and serviced and complies with BS 4737 (1986). Alarms should be fitted with an automatic cut out to silence the alarm after 20 minutes. You should notify the Police and local council in writing of the names and contact details of two keyholders who can attend within 20 minutes. Is it law that burglar alarms have to have a cut off after 20 minutes? There is a Code of Practice that says burglar alarms should cut out and reset after 20 minutes. This is not law, but a recommendation and we can take action if alarms cause noise nuisance. How can I notify the Police and council of nominated keyholders? It is important that you register your alarm keyholders with the Police and the council. This information will be needed if your alarm malfunctions and causes a nuisance to your neighbours. You can download the keyholder notification form and send it to us. We will forward a copy to West Yorkshire Police.
Pollution & Noise Control
Riverbank Court Wakefield Road Aspley Huddersfield HD5 9AA Tel: 01484 414739 Email: pollution@kirklees.gov.uk |