Environmental Nuisances

Council receives numerous enquiries regarding nuisance complaints and restrictions within the Rockhampton Region.

Council has responsibility under the Environmental Protection Act 1994 to manage environmental nuisances. This responsibility is restricted to nuisances which come from residential or commercial properties that are not caused by the state or local government; or administered by another state department; or an environmentally relevant activity administered by the Department of Environment and Science .

Environmental nuisance is defined as unreasonable interference (or likely interference) with an environmental value caused by emissions or aerosols, fumes, light, noise, odour, particles (including dust) or smoke; or unhealthy, offensive or unsightly conditions caused by contaminations.

Complaints administered by Council
 For Council to respond to a complaint, the nuisance must relate to residential or commercial land not regulated by other government agencies.

Aerosols, Fumes, Dust or Smoke Nuisance

Aerosols, fumes, particles and smoke can cause a nuisance to residents and interfere with their normal daily activities. If severe enough, it can negatively affect a person's health and well being.

Light Nuisance

Light can cause a nuisance to residents and interfere with their normal daily activities. If severe enough, it can negatively affect a person's health and well being.

Noise Nuisance

Unwanted noise can negatively affect a person's health and well being. Not only can it cause hearing loss, but it may affect people through annoyance, sleep interference and stress.

Odour Nuisance

Odour can cause a nuisance to residents and interfere with their normal daily activities. If severe enough, it can negatively affect a person's health and well being.

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