Smoke emission regulations
EPA Tasmania implements the Domestic Smoke Management Program (DSMP) under the umbrella of the Tasmanian Air Quality Strategy. The long term goal of the Program is to improve the health of the community by reducing wood smoke in areas that have persistent periods of poor air quality.
Emissions of smoke from wood heaters are regulated in Tasmania. More information about the regulations are detailed below:
To make a complaint about woodsmoke emissions, please call Council on 6261 8500 or complete our customer feedback form.
For further information on Woodheater Smoke and Domestic Smoke Management, including tips on saving money and getting the most out of your wood pile, see the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) Tasmania
Noise has become an increasingly significant environmental issue. The quality of the acoustic environment may affect our work, leisure and sleep. Noise nuisance and deterioration of the acoustic environment need to be prevented. The sources of noise are many: industry, transport, amplified music and others. Different means are required to address problems from each of these sources.
Restrictions on neighbourhood noise are prescribed in the Environmental Management and Pollution Control (Miscellaneous Noise) Regulations 2016.*
The existing regulations contain provisions on "neighbourhood" noise sources such as off-road vehicles, lawn mowers, power tools and heat pumps. The Regulations are implemented by Derwent Valley Council or Tasmania Police.
For further information please go to EPA Tasmania, Environment Protection Authority.