Air Quality Assessment

Air quality assessments are essential for planners, developers, and operators to ensure compliance with national and local policies. These assessments help determine whether a proposed development may impact air quality at sensitive receptor locations, or if a site is suitable for its intended use.

At DustScanAQ, our expert air quality assessment consultants provide specialist advice to navigate planning and permitting requirements effectively. Our team delivers high-quality air quality assessment reports tailored to meet regulatory standards and planning application needs.

Air Quality Assessments for Planning Applications

Within the planning system, air quality assessments are primarily used to evaluate two key factors:

  • Whether the proposed development will negatively affect local air quality
  • Whether the site meets air quality standards for its intended use

Our air quality consultants offer a range of air quality assessments for planning applications, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations. Depending on project requirements, we provide the following air quality report types:

  • Air Quality Screening Assessment
  • Detailed Transport Emissions Modelling
  • Detailed Point Source Emissions Modelling
  • Air Quality Neutral Assessment
  • Air Quality and Dust Management Plans

These reports support planning applications across various sectors, including residential developments, industrial sites, and infrastructure projects.

    Gordon Allison

    (BSc, MSc, CEnv, MIAQM, MIEnvSc)
    Principal Consultant

    Speak with Our Principal Consultant About Your Air Quality Assessment Needs

    If you need expert guidance on an air quality assessment or assistance with air quality monitoring and compliance, our Principal Consultant is here to help.

    Contact us at +44 (0)1608 810110 or email Gordon using the button below to discuss your requirements.

    Case Studies

    Air Quality Monitoring Case Study London graph
    Jun 11 2024

    Air Quality Monitoring Case Study, London

    Real-time PM monitoring in the London Borough of Camden

    Jun 11 2024

    Air Quality Monitoring Case Study, Lancaster

    Real-time NO2 and PM monitoring at Lancaster University

    Jun 11 2024

    Air Quality Residential Feasibility Assessment Case Study

    Dispersion modelling of road traffic emissions for a residential development

    Jun 11 2024

    Air Quality Modelling Assessment Case Study

    Dispersion modelling of air quality emissions from a proposed energy facility in Greater Manchester

    Jun 11 2024

    Air Quality Assessment Case Study

    Due diligence work regarding emissions from a waste incinerator in the Malvern Hills

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