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H6.1 CUMULATIVE IMPACT ASSESSMENT

The turbine coordinates used in the predictions for Tir Mostyn, Brenig,
Gorsedd Bran, Derwydd Bach, and Nant Bach are shown in Table H6.1 and
Table H6.2.

Table H6.1 Wind turbine coordinates for neighbouring Tir Mostyn, Brenig and Gorsedd
Bran wind farms
Tir Mostyn Brenig Gorsedd Bran
Turbine Easting Northing Turbine Easting Northing Turbine Easting Northing
1 300960 359060 1 299333 358160 1 296654 359195
2 300760 358880 2 299558 357933 2 297012 359176
3 300507 358920 3 299790 358207 3 297522 359195
4 300242 358984 4 300027 358421 4 297571 358848
5 300035 358824 5 299780 358623 5 297951 358908
6 300288 358755 6 299547 358405 6 296985 359527
7 300525 358683 7 299252 357840 7 297351 359519
8 300336 358501 8 299411 357567 8 297775 359556
9 300297 358223 9 299555 357253 9 297955 359279
10 300569 358166 10 299224 357279 10 297229 359888
11 300085 358077 11 298980 357485 11 297596 359894
12 299884 357903 12 298916 357134 12 297505 360232
13 300206 357860 13 299141 356895 13 297808 360550
14 300482 357919 14 299460 356932
15 300758 357895 15 299794 357043
16 300677 356694 16 299698 356722
17 300425 356513
18 300680 356423
19 300304 356280
20 300556 356193
21 300344 356037
22 300710 355980
23 300585 355811
24 300189 355821
25 300427 355603

Table H6.2 Wind turbine coordinates for neighbouring Derwydd Bach and Nant Bach
wind farms
Derwydd Bach Nant Bach
Turbine Easting Northing Turbine Easting Northing
1 302242 348999 1 297918 346739
2 302547 349231 2 298075 347077
3 302727 349015 3 298242 346855
4 302896 349354 4 298469 347267
5 302718 349571 5 298811 347701
6 302735 349903 6 299450 347444
7 303037 349803 7 299971 347145
8 303070 350135 8 299161 347865
9 303397 350354 9 299528 347765
10 303732 350550 10 299841 347595
11 300051 347466

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Predicted noise levels from the existing Tir Mostyn site have been based on a
reported (1) sound power level of a Gamesa G52 850kW wind turbine. For the
purposes of these predictions a 1dB measurement uncertainty has been added
to the reported sound power level. The stated overall reported sound power
level is 103.0 dB(A), at 10 m.s-1. The corresponding source noise levels used in
these assessments are shown in Table H6.3.

Table H6.3 Source sound power levels assumed for Tir Mostyn turbines
dB(A) re: 10-12 W Octave Band Centre Frequency (Hz)
Reference Wind
Speed: m.s -1 LWA 63 125 250 500 1k 2k 4k 8k
3 99.7 80.7 86.4 93.3 93.2 94.2 91.7 86.2 74.3
4 100.7 81.7 87.4 94.3 94.2 95.2 92.7 87.2 75.3
5 101.7 82.7 88.4 95.3 95.2 96.2 93.7 88.2 76.3
6 102.7 83.7 89.4 96.3 96.2 97.2 94.7 89.2 77.3
7 103.7 84.7 90.4 97.3 97.2 98.2 95.7 90.2 78.3
8 104.2 85.2 90.9 97.8 97.7 98.7 96.2 90.7 78.8
9 104.3 85.3 91.0 97.9 97.8 98.8 96.3 90.8 78.9
10 104.0 85.0 90.7 97.6 97.5 98.5 96.0 90.5 78.6
11 104.0 85.0 90.7 97.6 97.5 98.5 96.0 90.5 78.6
12 104.0 85.0 90.7 97.6 97.5 98.5 96.0 90.5 78.6

Predicted noise levels from the consented Brenig site have been based on the
sound power level of a Vestas V80 2MW wind turbine, operating in the 101dB
mode. The source noise levels used in this assessment are based on the levels
stated in the Environmental Statement on which it is understood the Brenig
scheme has been granted planning permission (2). The stated overall sound
power level is 104.5 dB(A), at 10 m.s-1. The corresponding source noise levels
used in these assessments are shown in Table H6.4.

Table H6.4 Source sound power levels assumed for Brenig turbines
dB(A) re: 10-12 W Octave Band Centre Frequency (Hz)
Reference Wind
Speed: m.s -1 LWA 63 125 250 500 1k 2k 4k 8k
3 93.8 72.9 82.8 88.6 89.2 85.9 83.2 75.7 59.8
4 96.0 75.1 85.0 90.8 91.4 88.1 85.4 77.9 62.0
5 101.0 80.1 90.0 95.8 96.4 93.1 90.4 82.9 67.0
6 102.1 81.2 91.1 96.9 97.5 94.2 91.5 84.0 68.1
7 102.5 81.6 91.5 97.3 97.9 94.6 91.9 84.4 68.5
8 102.9 82.0 91.9 97.7 98.3 95.0 92.3 84.8 68.9
9 103.7 82.8 92.7 98.5 99.1 95.8 93.1 85.6 69.7
10 104.5 83.6 93.5 99.3 99.9 96.6 93.9 86.4 70.5
11 105.7 84.8 94.7 100.5 101.1 97.8 95.1 87.6 71.7
12 106.4 85.5 95.4 101.2 101.8 98.5 95.8 88.3 72.4

(1) DEWI, 2003. Measurement of the Acoustic Noise Emission of the Gamesa G52 Wind Turbine . Report No: DEWI S AM 126/03, dated
10/11/03
(2) Natural Power Consultants Ltd, April 2007. Planning Application for the Proposed Wind Farm at Brenig, Denbighshire, North Wales.
Environmental Statement Vol. 1 of 2 .

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Predicted noise levels from the proposed Gorsedd Bran site have been based
on the sound power level of 2.5MW wind turbine with an overall sound
power level of 104.0 dB(A), at 10 m.s-1. The corresponding source noise levels
used in these assessments are shown in Table H6.5 below:

Table H6.5 Source sound power levels assumed for Gorsedd Bran turbines
dB(A) re: 10-12 W Octave Band Centre Frequency (Hz)
Reference Wind
Speed: m.s -1 LWA 63 125 250 500 1k 2k 4k 8k
3 95.5 77.9 85.8 89.7 90.6 88.1 84.9 78.6 68.5
4 98.0 80.4 88.3 92.2 93.1 90.6 87.4 81.1 71.0
5 100.5 82.9 90.8 94.7 95.6 93.1 89.9 83.6 73.5
6 102.5 84.9 92.8 96.7 97.6 95.1 91.9 85.6 75.5
7 103.0 85.4 93.3 97.2 98.1 95.6 92.4 86.1 76.0
8 103.5 85.9 93.8 97.7 98.6 96.1 92.9 86.6 76.5
9 104.0 86.4 94.3 98.2 99.1 96.6 93.4 87.1 77.0
10 104.0 86.4 94.3 98.2 99.1 96.6 93.4 87.1 77.0
11 104.5 86.9 94.8 98.7 99.6 97.1 93.9 87.6 77.5
12 105.0 87.4 95.3 99.2 100.1 97.6 94.4 88.1 78.0

Predicted noise levels from the consented Derwydd Bach site have been based
on the sound power levels of an Enercon E70 E4 2.3MW wind turbine. The
source noise levels used in this assessment are based on the levels stated in the
Environmental Statement on which it is understood the Derwydd Bach Wind
Farm has been granted planning permission (1). As is stated in the ES for
Derwydd Bach, turbines T3, T7, T9 are assumed to be operating in a noise
restricted mode where the generated power is restricted to 1.2MW. The stated
overall sound power level for the unrestricted and restricted modes of
operation is 105.4 dB(A) and 101.9 dB(A), at 10 m.s-1 respectively. The
corresponding source noise levels used in these assessments are shown in
Table H6.6 and Table H6.7.

Table H6.6 Source sound power levels assumed for Derwydd Bach unrestricted turbines
dB(A) re: 10-12 W Octave Band Centre Frequency (Hz)
Reference Wind
Speed: m.s -1 LWA 63 125 250 500 1k 2k 4k 8k
3 89.1 73.0 81.6 84.1 82.7 81.2 77.9 71.0 63.4
4 92.1 76.0 84.6 87.1 85.7 84.2 80.9 74.0 66.4
5 95.1 79.0 87.6 90.1 88.7 87.2 83.9 77.0 69.4
6 99.2 83.1 91.7 94.2 92.8 91.3 88.0 81.1 73.5
7 101.6 85.5 94.1 96.6 95.2 93.7 90.4 83.5 75.9
8 103.6 87.5 96.1 98.6 97.2 95.7 92.4 85.5 77.9
9 105.0 88.9 97.5 100.0 98.6 97.1 93.8 86.9 79.3
10 105.4 89.3 97.9 100.4 99.0 97.5 94.2 87.3 79.7

(1) Gifford, July 2007. Derwydd Bach Wind Farm. Environmental Statement, Vol. 1 . Report No. 13460/ES/01.

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dB(A) re: 10-12 W Octave Band Centre Frequency (Hz)

Reference Wind
Speed: m.s -1 LWA 63 125 250 500 1k 2k 4k 8k
11 105.4 89.3 97.9 100.4 99.0 97.5 94.2 87.3 79.7
12 105.4 89.3 97.9 100.4 99.0 97.5 94.2 87.3 79.7

Table H6.7 Source sound power levels assumed for Derwydd Bach 1.2MW restricted
turbines
dB(A) re: 10-12 W Octave Band Centre Frequency (Hz)
Reference Wind
Speed: m.s -1 LWA 63 125 250 500 1k 2k 4k 8k
3 89.1 71.4 80.3 84.5 84.3 79.7 75.0 70.8 67.3
4 92.1 74.4 83.3 87.5 87.3 82.7 78.0 73.8 70.3
5 95.1 77.4 86.3 90.5 90.3 85.7 81.0 76.8 73.3
6 99.2 81.5 90.4 94.6 94.4 89.8 85.1 80.9 77.4
7 101.6 83.9 92.8 97.0 96.8 92.2 87.5 83.3 79.8
8 101.9 84.2 93.1 97.3 97.1 92.5 87.8 83.6 80.1
9 101.9 84.2 93.1 97.3 97.1 92.5 87.8 83.6 80.1
10 101.9 84.2 93.1 97.3 97.1 92.5 87.8 83.6 80.1
11 101.9 84.2 93.1 97.3 97.1 92.5 87.8 83.6 80.1
12 101.9 84.2 93.1 97.3 97.1 92.5 87.8 83.6 80.1

Predicted noise levels from the consented Nant Bach site have been based on
the sound power levels of a generic 2MW wind turbine. The overall sound
power level is 105.5 dB(A) at 10 m.s-1. The corresponding source noise levels
used in these assessments are shown in Table H6.8.

Table H6.8 Source sound power levels assumed for Nant Bach turbines
dB(A) re: 10-12 W Octave Band Centre Frequency (Hz)
Reference Wind
Speed: m.s -1 LWA 63 125 250 500 1k 2k 4k 8k
3 94.2 75.7 83.4 87.3 88.6 87.3 86.5 81.4 67.2
4 97.1 78.6 86.3 90.2 91.5 90.2 89.4 84.3 70.1
5 100.9 82.4 90.1 94.0 95.3 94.0 93.2 88.1 73.9
6 103.1 84.6 92.3 96.2 97.5 96.2 95.4 90.3 76.1
7 103.8 85.3 93.0 96.9 98.2 96.9 96.1 91.0 76.8
8 104.0 85.5 93.2 97.1 98.4 97.1 96.3 91.2 77.0
9 104.5 86.0 93.7 97.6 98.9 97.6 96.8 91.7 77.5
10 105.5 87.0 94.7 98.6 99.9 98.6 97.8 92.7 78.5
11 106.5 88.0 95.7 99.6 100.9 99.6 98.8 93.7 79.5
12 106.4 87.9 95.6 99.5 100.8 99.5 98.7 93.6 79.4

For the purposes of a cumulative wind farm noise assessment, wind direction
effects have been considered. This is in the form of an assumed additional
attenuation value. The additional attenuation takes into account refraction
effects for an upwind receptor position and source directivity variation for a
crosswind receptor position. No additional attenuation is assumed for a
downwind receptor position.

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For any given wind direction, each nearby property can be classified as being
either downwind, crosswind, or upwind of each of the turbines. If the house
is downwind (+/-75º) of the turbine no correction is required to the predicted
turbine noise level. If it is crosswind (+/-15º) of the turbine a 2dB reduction
can be made to the predicted turbine noise level. This assumption is based on
source directivity observations when a reduced noise output occurs in cross-
wind conditions. If the property is upwind of the turbine a reduction is made
to the predicted turbine noise level due to shadow zone effects, which depend
on distance and frequency. The additional attenuation due to a receptor being
located in a shadow zone has been based on the scheme described in Hubbard
& Shepherd 1990 (1). The scheme detailed in Hubbard & Shepherd 1990 is
designed for flat, homogeneous terrain. As suggested by the Wyle Research
Report (2), to take into account the hilly terrain that exists in this instance, half
the excess shadow zone attenuation to that applicable for a flat terrain is
assumed in the cumulative noise predictions below. In addition, the assumed
excess shadow zone attenuation is further reduced for properties that lie in a
partial upwind condition.

Calculations have been carried out for wind directions in increments of 45º
around the site for each site considered within the cumulative noise
assessment. Once these corrections have been made, the overall noise level
from all the turbines is calculated at each property for each wind direction.
The cumulative noise predictions presented below represent the worst-case
wind direction for each assessed property, for the most sensitive wind speed
range. Predicted cumulative noise levels applicable for other wind directions
are generally lower than those presented below.

(1) Hubbard, H.H. & Shepherd, K.P. 1990. Wind Turbine Acoustics . NASA Technical Paper 3057 DOE/NASA/20320-77.
(2) Wyle Research Report, WR 88-19. Measurement and evaluation of environmental noise from wind energy conversion systems in Alameda
and Riverside Counties . Wyle Research October 1988.

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Clocaenog W.F. Cumulative Noise Assessment : Amenity (Wind Dir.: 270º) Clocaenog W.F. Cumulative Noise Assessment : Amenity (Wind Dir.: 180º)
Receptor Location : Bron Bannog Receptor Location : Castell y Waen
65 65
Prevailing Background Noise Level Prevailing Background Noise Level
Lower Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97 Lower Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97
60 Upper Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97 60 Upper Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97
Predicted LA90 Clocaenog Forest WTGs Predicted LA90 Clocaenog Forest WTGs
Predicted LA90 Tir Mostyn WTGs Predicted LA90 Tir Mostyn WTGs

-5
-5
55 Predicted LA90 Brenig WTGs
55 Predicted LA90 Brenig WTGs
Predicted LA90 Gorsedd Bran WTGs Predicted LA90 Gorsedd Bran WTGs
50 Predicted LA90 Derwydd Bach WTGs 50 Predicted LA90 Derwydd Bach WTGs
Predicted LA90 Nant Bach WTGs Predicted LA90 Nant Bach WTGs
Predicted Cumulative LA90 Predicted Cumulative LA90
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40 40

35 35

30 30

25 25

Sound Pressure Level dB(A) re: 2.10 Pa

Sound Pressure Level dB(A) re: 2.10 Pa

20 20

15 15
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
-1 -1
Standardised Wind Speed @ 10 m agl (m.s ) Standardised Wind Speed @ 10 m agl (m.s )

Cumulative Assessment Figure 1 Cumulative Assessment Figure 2

Assessment at Bron Bannog Assessment at Castell y Waen

ETSU-R-97 Assessment ETSU-R-97 Assessment

Cumulative Assessment Figure 1 details the predicted cumulative LA90 noise Cumulative Assessment Figure 2 details the predicted cumulative LA90 noise
levels for the receptor known as Bron Bannog, for a wind direction of 270º. levels for the receptor known as Castell y Waen, for a wind direction of 180º.
For wind speeds 3-12 ms-1, predicted cumulative noise levels applicable for For wind speeds 3-12 ms-1, predicted cumulative noise levels applicable for
other wind directions are lower than those detailed in Cumulative Assessment other wind directions are lower than those detailed in Cumulative Assessment
Figure 1 above. The predicted noise levels indicate that the overall cumulative Figure 2 above. The predicted noise levels indicate that the overall cumulative
noise levels including the impact from the proposed wind farm, will meet the noise levels including the impact from the proposed wind farm, will meet the
Upper Amenity Hours Noise Criterion proposed within ETSU-R-97. Lower Amenity Hours Noise Criterion proposed within ETSU-R-97.

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Clocaenog W.F. Cumulative Noise Assessment : Amenity (Wind Dir.: 225º) Clocaenog W.F. Cumulative Noise Assessment : Amenity (Wind Dir.: 45º)
Receptor Location : Cefn Bannog Receptor Location : Cefn Rofft
65 65
Prevailing Background Noise Level Prevailing Background Noise Level
Lower Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97 Lower Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97
60 Upper Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97 60 Upper Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97
Predicted LA90 Clocaenog Forest WTGs Predicted LA90 Clocaenog Forest WTGs
Predicted LA90 Tir Mostyn WTGs Predicted LA90 Tir Mostyn WTGs

-5
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55 Predicted LA90 Brenig WTGs 55 Predicted LA90 Brenig WTGs
Predicted LA90 Gorsedd Bran WTGs Predicted LA90 Gorsedd Bran WTGs
50 Predicted LA90 Derwydd Bach WTGs 50 Predicted LA90 Derwydd Bach WTGs
Predicted LA90 Nant Bach WTGs Predicted LA90 Nant Bach WTGs
Predicted Cumulative LA90 Predicted Cumulative LA90
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40 40

35 35

30 30

25 25

Sound Pressure Level dB(A) re: 2.10 Pa

Sound Pressure Level dB(A) re: 2.10 Pa
20 20

15 15
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
-1 -1
Standardised Wind Speed @ 10 m agl (m.s ) Standardised Wind Speed @ 10 m agl (m.s )

Cumulative Assessment Figure 3 Cumulative Assessment Figure 4

Assessment at Cefn Bannog Assessment at Cefn Rofft

ETSU-R-97 Assessment ETSU-R-97 Assessment

Cumulative Assessment Figure 3 details the predicted cumulative LA90 noise Cumulative Assessment Figure 4 details the predicted cumulative LA90 noise
levels for the receptor known as Cefn Bannog, for a wind direction of 225º. For levels for the receptor known as Cefn Rofft, for a wind direction of 45º. For
wind speeds 7-10 ms-1, predicted cumulative noise levels applicable for other wind speeds 3-12 ms-1, predicted cumulative noise levels applicable for other
wind directions are lower than those detailed in Cumulative Assessment Figure wind directions are lower than those detailed in Cumulative Assessment Figure
3 above. For the wind speed ranges of 3-6 ms-1 and 11-12 ms-1, predicted 4 above. The predicted noise levels indicate that the overall cumulative noise
cumulative noise levels applicable for other wind directions are no more than levels including the impact from the proposed wind farm, will meet the Upper
0.5 dB above those detailed in Cumulative Assessment Figure 3 above. The Amenity Hours Noise Criterion proposed within ETSU-R-97.
predicted noise levels indicate that the overall cumulative noise levels including
the impact from the proposed wind farm, will meet the Upper Amenity Hours
Noise Criterion proposed within ETSU-R-97.

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Clocaenog W.F. Cumulative Noise Assessment : Amenity (Wind Dir.: 270º) Clocaenog W.F. Cumulative Noise Assessment : Amenity (Wind Dir.: 270º)
Receptor Location : Crud-y-Gwynt Receptor Location : Cruglas
65 65
Prevailing Background Noise Level Prevailing Background Noise Level
Lower Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97 Lower Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97
60 Upper Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97 60 Upper Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97
Predicted LA90 Clocaenog Forest WTGs Predicted LA90 Clocaenog Forest WTGs
Predicted LA90 Tir Mostyn WTGs Predicted LA90 Tir Mostyn WTGs

-5

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55 Predicted LA90 Brenig WTGs
55 Predicted LA90 Brenig WTGs
Predicted LA90 Gorsedd Bran WTGs Predicted LA90 Gorsedd Bran WTGs
50 Predicted LA90 Derwydd Bach WTGs 50 Predicted LA90 Derwydd Bach WTGs
Predicted LA90 Nant Bach WTGs Predicted LA90 Nant Bach WTGs
Predicted Cumulative LA90 Predicted Cumulative LA90
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40 40

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30 30

25 25

Sound Pressure Level dB(A) re: 2.10 Pa

Sound Pressure Level dB(A) re: 2.10 Pa

20 20

15 15
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
-1 -1
Standardised Wind Speed @ 10 m agl (m.s ) Standardised Wind Speed @ 10 m agl (m.s )

Cumulative Assessment Figure 5 Cumulative Assessment Figure 6

Assessment at Crud-y-Gwynt Assessment at Cruglas

ETSU-R-97 Assessment ETSU-R-97 Assessment

Cumulative Assessment Figure 5 details the predicted cumulative LA90 noise Cumulative Assessment Figure 6 details the predicted cumulative LA90 noise
levels for the receptor known as Crud-y-Gwynt, for a wind direction of 270º. levels for the receptor known as Cruglas, for a wind direction of 270º. For
For wind speeds 3-12 ms-1, predicted cumulative noise levels applicable for wind speeds 3-12 ms-1, predicted cumulative noise levels applicable for other
other wind directions are lower than those detailed in Cumulative Assessment wind directions are lower than those detailed in Cumulative Assessment Figure
Figure 5 above. The predicted noise levels indicate that the overall cumulative 6 above. The predicted noise levels indicate that the overall cumulative noise
noise levels including the impact from the proposed wind farm, will meet the levels including the impact from the proposed wind farm, will meet the Upper
Amenity Hours Noise Criterion proposed within ETSU-R-97. Amenity Hours Noise Criterion proposed within ETSU-R-97.

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Clocaenog W.F. Cumulative Noise Assessment : Amenity (Wind Dir.: 225º) Clocaenog W.F. Cumulative Noise Assessment : Amenity (Wind Dir.: 135º)
Receptor Location : Diffws Receptor Location : Hafod Caradoc
65 65
Prevailing Background Noise Level Prevailing Background Noise Level
Lower Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97 Lower Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97
60 Upper Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97 60 Upper Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97
Predicted LA90 Clocaenog Forest WTGs Predicted LA90 Clocaenog Forest WTGs
Predicted LA90 Tir Mostyn WTGs Predicted LA90 Tir Mostyn WTGs

-5
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55 Predicted LA90 Brenig WTGs
55 Predicted LA90 Brenig WTGs
Predicted LA90 Gorsedd Bran WTGs Predicted LA90 Gorsedd Bran WTGs
50 Predicted LA90 Derwydd Bach WTGs 50 Predicted LA90 Derwydd Bach WTGs
Predicted LA90 Nant Bach WTGs Predicted LA90 Nant Bach WTGs
Predicted Cumulative LA90 Predicted Cumulative LA90
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35 35

30 30

25 25

Sound Pressure Level dB(A) re: 2.10 Pa

Sound Pressure Level dB(A) re: 2.10 Pa

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15 15
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
-1 -1
Standardised Wind Speed @ 10 m agl (m.s ) Standardised Wind Speed @ 10 m agl (m.s )

Cumulative Assessment Figure 7 Cumulative Assessment Figure 8

Assessment at Diffws Assessment at Hafod Caradoc

ETSU-R-97 Assessment ETSU-R-97 Assessment

Cumulative Assessment Figure 7 details the predicted cumulative LA90 noise Cumulative Assessment Figure 8 details the predicted cumulative LA90 noise
levels for the receptor known as Diffws, for a wind direction of 225º. For wind levels for the receptor known as Hafod Caradoc, for a wind direction of 135º.
speeds 5-12 ms-1, predicted cumulative noise levels applicable for other wind For wind speeds 3-12 ms-1, predicted cumulative noise levels applicable for
directions are lower than those detailed in Cumulative Assessment Figure 7 other wind directions are lower than those detailed in Cumulative Assessment
above. For wind speeds 3-4 ms-1, predicted cumulative noise levels applicable Figure 8 above. The predicted noise levels indicate that the overall cumulative
for other wind directions are no more than 0.1dB higher than those detailed in noise levels including the impact from the proposed wind farm, will meet the
Cumulative Assessment Figure 7 above. The predicted noise levels indicate Upper Amenity Hours Noise Criterion proposed within ETSU-R-97.
that the overall cumulative noise levels including the impact from the proposed
wind farm, will meet the Amenity Hours Noise Criterion proposed within
ETSU-R-97.

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Clocaenog W.F. Cumulative Noise Assessment : Amenity (Wind Dir.: 225º) Clocaenog W.F. Cumulative Noise Assessment : Amenity (Wind Dir.: 90º)
Receptor Location : Hafod Ty Ddu Receptor Location : Hafotty Newydd
65 65
Prevailing Background Noise Level Prevailing Background Noise Level
Lower Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97 Lower Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97
60 Upper Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97 60 Upper Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97
Predicted LA90 Clocaenog Forest WTGs Predicted LA90 Clocaenog Forest WTGs
Predicted LA90 Tir Mostyn WTGs Predicted LA90 Tir Mostyn WTGs

-5
55 Predicted LA90 Brenig WTGs 55 Predicted LA90 Brenig WTGs
Predicted LA90 Gorsedd Bran WTGs Predicted LA90 Gorsedd Bran WTGs
50 Predicted LA90 Derwydd Bach WTGs 50 Predicted LA90 Derwydd Bach WTGs
Predicted LA90 Nant Bach WTGs Predicted LA90 Nant Bach WTGs
Predicted Cumulative LA90 Predicted Cumulative LA90
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Sound Pressure Level dB(A) re: 2.10-5 Pa

Sound Pressure Level dB(A) re: 2.10 Pa
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-1 -1
Standardised Wind Speed @ 10 m agl (m.s ) Standardised Wind Speed @ 10 m agl (m.s )

Cumulative Assessment Figure 9 Cumulative Assessment Figure 10

Assessment at Hafod Ty Ddu Assessment at Hafotty Newydd

ETSU-R-97 Assessment ETSU-R-97 Assessment

Cumulative Assessment Figure 9 details the predicted cumulative LA90 noise Cumulative Assessment Figure 10 details the predicted cumulative LA90 noise
levels for the receptor known as Hafod Ty Ddu, for a wind direction of 225º. levels for the receptor known as Hafotty Newydd, for a wind direction of 90º.
For wind speeds 3-12 ms-1, predicted cumulative noise levels applicable for For wind speeds 8-10 ms-1, predicted cumulative noise levels applicable for
other wind directions are lower than those detailed in Cumulative Assessment other wind directions are lower than those detailed in Cumulative Assessment
Figure 9 above. The predicted noise levels indicate that the overall cumulative Figure 10 above. For the wind speed ranges of 3-7 ms-1 and 11-12 ms-1,
noise levels including the impact from the proposed wind farm, will meet the predicted cumulative noise levels applicable for other wind directions are no
noise criterion proposed within ETSU-R-97, for an associated dwelling. more than 0.6dB higher than those detailed in Cumulative Assessment Figure
10 above. The predicted noise levels indicate that the overall cumulative noise
levels including the impact from the proposed wind farm, will meet the Upper
Amenity Hours Noise Criterion proposed within ETSU-R-97.

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Annex H6: Clocaenog Forest Wind Farm Cumulative Noise Impact Assessment

Clocaenog W.F. Cumulative Noise Assessment : Amenity (Wind Dir.: 225º) Clocaenog W.F. Cumulative Noise Assessment : Amenity (Wind Dir.: 90º)
Receptor Location : Plas Nant Glyn Receptor Location : Tai'n-y-Waens
65 65
Prevailing Background Noise Level Prevailing Background Noise Level
Lower Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97 Lower Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97
60 Upper Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97 60 Upper Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97
Predicted LA90 Clocaenog Forest WTGs Predicted LA90 Clocaenog Forest WTGs
Predicted LA90 Tir Mostyn WTGs Predicted LA90 Tir Mostyn WTGs

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55 Predicted LA90 Brenig WTGs 55 Predicted LA90 Brenig WTGs
Predicted LA90 Gorsedd Bran WTGs Predicted LA90 Gorsedd Bran WTGs
50 Predicted LA90 Derwydd Bach WTGs 50 Predicted LA90 Derwydd Bach WTGs
Predicted LA90 Nant Bach WTGs Predicted LA90 Nant Bach WTGs
Predicted Cumulative LA90 Predicted Cumulative LA90
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30 30

25 25

Sound Pressure Level dB(A) re: 2.10-5 Pa

Sound Pressure Level dB(A) re: 2.10 Pa
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0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
-1 -1
Standardised Wind Speed @ 10 m agl (m.s ) Standardised Wind Speed @ 10 m agl (m.s )

Cumulative Assessment Figure 11 Cumulative Assessment Figure 12

Assessment at Plas Nant Glyn Assessment at Tai’n-y-Waens

ETSU-R-97 Assessment ETSU-R-97 Assessment

Cumulative Assessment Figure 11 details the predicted cumulative LA90 noise Cumulative Assessment Figure 12 details the predicted cumulative LA90 noise
levels for the receptor known as Plas Nant Glyn, for a wind direction of 225º. levels for the receptor known as Tai’n-y-Waens, for a wind direction of 90º.
For wind speeds 3-12 ms-1, predicted cumulative noise levels applicable for For wind speeds 3-12 ms-1, predicted cumulative noise levels applicable for
other wind directions are lower than those detailed in Cumulative Assessment other wind directions are lower than those detailed in Cumulative Assessment
Figure 11 above. The predicted noise levels indicate that the overall Figure 12 above. The predicted noise levels indicate that the overall
cumulative noise levels including the impact from the proposed wind farm, will cumulative noise levels including the impact from the proposed wind farm, will
meet the Lower Amenity Hours Noise Criterion proposed within ETSU-R-97. meet the Upper Amenity Hours Noise Criterion proposed within ETSU-R-97.

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Annex H6: Clocaenog Forest Wind Farm Cumulative Noise Impact Assessment

Clocaenog W.F. Cumulative Noise Assessment : Amenity (Wind Dir.: 90º) Clocaenog W.F. Cumulative Noise Assessment : Amenity (Wind Dir.: 270º)
Receptor Location : Tal-y-cefn Uchaf Receptor Location : Trawsnant
65 65
Prevailing Background Noise Level Prevailing Background Noise Level
Lower Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97 Lower Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97
60 Upper Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97 60 Upper Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97
Predicted LA90 Clocaenog Forest WTGs Predicted LA90 Clocaenog Forest WTGs
Predicted LA90 Tir Mostyn WTGs Predicted LA90 Tir Mostyn WTGs

-5

-5
55 Predicted LA90 Brenig WTGs
55 Predicted LA90 Brenig WTGs
Predicted LA90 Gorsedd Bran WTGs Predicted LA90 Gorsedd Bran WTGs
50 Predicted LA90 Derwydd Bach WTGs 50 Predicted LA90 Derwydd Bach WTGs
Predicted LA90 Nant Bach WTGs Predicted LA90 Nant Bach WTGs
Predicted Cumulative LA90 Predicted Cumulative LA90
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30 30

25 25

Sound Pressure Level dB(A) re: 2.10 Pa

Sound Pressure Level dB(A) re: 2.10 Pa

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15 15
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
-1 -1
Standardised Wind Speed @ 10 m agl (m.s ) Standardised Wind Speed @ 10 m agl (m.s )

Cumulative Assessment Figure 13 Cumulative Assessment Figure 14

Assessment at Tal-y-cefn Uchaf Assessment at Trawsnant

ETSU-R-97 Assessment ETSU-R-97 Assessment

Cumulative Assessment Figure 13 details the predicted cumulative LA90 noise Cumulative Assessment Figure 14 details the predicted cumulative LA90 noise
levels for the receptor known as Tal-y-cefn Uchaf, for a wind direction of 90º. levels for the receptor known as Trawsnant, for a wind direction of 270º. For
For wind speeds 4-12 ms-1, predicted cumulative noise levels applicable for wind speeds 3-12 ms-1, predicted cumulative noise levels applicable for other
other wind directions are lower than those detailed in Cumulative Assessment wind directions are lower than those detailed in Cumulative Assessment Figure
Figure 13 above. For a wind speed of 3 ms-1, predicted cumulative noise levels 14 above. The predicted noise levels indicate that the overall cumulative noise
applicable for other wind directions are no more than 0.1dB higher than those levels including the impact from the proposed wind farm, will meet the Upper
detailed in Cumulative Assessment Figure 13 above. The predicted noise levels Amenity Hours Noise Criterion proposed within ETSU-R-97.
indicate that the overall cumulative noise levels including the impact from the
proposed wind farm, will meet the Upper Amenity Hours Noise Criterion
proposed within ETSU-R-97.

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Annex H6: Clocaenog Forest Wind Farm Cumulative Noise Impact Assessment

Clocaenog W.F. Cumulative Noise Assessment : Amenity (Wind Dir.: 225º) Clocaenog W.F. Cumulative Noise Assessment : Amenity (Wind Dir.: 225º)
Receptor Location : H1 (Trawsnant Background Noise Levels) Receptor Location : H3 (Trawsnant Background Noise Levels)
65 65
Prevailing Background Noise Level Prevailing Background Noise Level
Lower Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97 Lower Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97
60 Upper Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97 60 Upper Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97
Predicted LA90 Clocaenog Forest WTGs Predicted LA90 Clocaenog Forest WTGs
Predicted LA90 Tir Mostyn WTGs Predicted LA90 Tir Mostyn WTGs

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55

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Predicted LA90 Brenig WTGs 55 Predicted LA90 Brenig WTGs
Predicted LA90 Gorsedd Bran WTGs Predicted LA90 Gorsedd Bran WTGs
50 Predicted LA90 Derwydd Bach WTGs 50 Predicted LA90 Derwydd Bach WTGs
Predicted LA90 Nant Bach WTGs Predicted LA90 Nant Bach WTGs
Predicted Cumulative LA90 Predicted Cumulative LA90
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30 30

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Sound Pressure Level dB(A) re: 2.10 Pa

Sound Pressure Level dB(A) re: 2.10 Pa
20 20

15 15
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
-1 -1
Standardised Wind Speed @ 10 m agl (m.s ) Standardised Wind Speed @ 10 m agl (m.s )

Cumulative Assessment Figure 15 Cumulative Assessment Figure 16

Assessment at H1 Assessment at H3

ETSU-R-97 Assessment ETSU-R-97 Assessment

Cumulative Assessment Figure 15 details the predicted cumulative LA90 noise Cumulative Assessment Figure 16 details the predicted cumulative LA90 noise
levels for the receptor known as H1, for a wind direction of 225º. For wind levels for the receptor known as H3, for a wind direction of 225º. For wind
speeds 3-12 ms-1, predicted cumulative noise levels applicable for other wind speeds 3-12 ms-1, predicted cumulative noise levels applicable for other wind
directions are lower than those detailed in Cumulative Assessment Figure 15 directions are lower than those detailed in Cumulative Assessment Figure 16
above. The predicted noise levels indicate that the overall cumulative noise above. The predicted noise levels indicate that the overall cumulative noise
levels including the impact from the proposed wind farm, will meet the Upper levels including the impact from the proposed wind farm, will meet the Lower
Amenity Hours Noise Criterion proposed within ETSU-R-97. Amenity Hours Noise Criterion proposed within ETSU-R-97.

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Annex H6: Clocaenog Forest Wind Farm Cumulative Noise Impact Assessment

Clocaenog W.F. Cumulative Noise Assessment : Amenity (Wind Dir.: 225º) Clocaenog W.F. Cumulative Noise Assessment : Amenity (Wind Dir.: 225º)
Receptor Location : H4 (Trawsnant Background Noise Levels) Receptor Location : H10 (Trawsnant Background Noise Levels)
65 65
Prevailing Background Noise Level Prevailing Background Noise Level
Lower Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97 Lower Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97
60 Upper Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97 60 Upper Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97
Predicted LA90 Clocaenog Forest WTGs Predicted LA90 Clocaenog Forest WTGs
Predicted LA90 Tir Mostyn WTGs Predicted LA90 Tir Mostyn WTGs

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55 Predicted LA90 Brenig WTGs 55 Predicted LA90 Brenig WTGs
Predicted LA90 Gorsedd Bran WTGs Predicted LA90 Gorsedd Bran WTGs
50 Predicted LA90 Derwydd Bach WTGs 50 Predicted LA90 Derwydd Bach WTGs
Predicted LA90 Nant Bach WTGs Predicted LA90 Nant Bach WTGs
Predicted Cumulative LA90 Predicted Cumulative LA90
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35 35

30 30

25 25

Sound Pressure Level dB(A) re: 2.10 Pa

Sound Pressure Level dB(A) re: 2.10 Pa
20 20

15 15
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
-1 -1
Standardised Wind Speed @ 10 m agl (m.s ) Standardised Wind Speed @ 10 m agl (m.s )

Cumulative Assessment Figure 17 Cumulative Assessment Figure 18

Assessment at H4 Assessment at H10

ETSU-R-97 Assessment ETSU-R-97 Assessment

Cumulative Assessment Figure 17 details the predicted cumulative LA90 noise Cumulative Assessment Figure 18 details the predicted cumulative LA90 noise
levels for the receptor known as H4, for a wind direction of 225º. For wind levels for the receptor known as H10, for a wind direction of 225º. For wind
speeds 3-12 ms-1, predicted cumulative noise levels applicable for other wind speeds 3-12 ms-1, predicted cumulative noise levels applicable for other wind
directions are lower than those detailed in Cumulative Assessment Figure 17 directions are lower than those detailed in Cumulative Assessment Figure 18
above. The predicted noise levels indicate that the overall cumulative noise above. The predicted noise levels indicate that the overall cumulative noise
levels including the impact from the proposed wind farm, will meet the Lower levels including the impact from the proposed wind farm, will meet the Lower
Amenity Hours Noise Criterion proposed within ETSU-R-97. Amenity Hours Noise Criterion proposed within ETSU-R-97.

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Annex H6: Clocaenog Forest Wind Farm Cumulative Noise Impact Assessment

Clocaenog W.F. Cumulative Noise Assessment : Amenity (Wind Dir.: 270º) Clocaenog W.F. Cumulative Noise Assessment : Amenity (Wind Dir.: 270º)
Receptor Location : H22 (Trawsnant Background Noise Levels) Receptor Location : H23 (Trawsnant Background Noise Levels)
65 65
Prevailing Background Noise Level Prevailing Background Noise Level
Lower Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97 Lower Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97
60 Upper Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97 60 Upper Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97
Predicted LA90 Clocaenog Forest WTGs Predicted LA90 Clocaenog Forest WTGs
Predicted LA90 Tir Mostyn WTGs Predicted LA90 Tir Mostyn WTGs

-5

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55 Predicted LA90 Brenig WTGs
55 Predicted LA90 Brenig WTGs
Predicted LA90 Gorsedd Bran WTGs Predicted LA90 Gorsedd Bran WTGs
50 Predicted LA90 Derwydd Bach WTGs 50 Predicted LA90 Derwydd Bach WTGs
Predicted LA90 Nant Bach WTGs Predicted LA90 Nant Bach WTGs
Predicted Cumulative LA90 Predicted Cumulative LA90
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40 40

35 35

30 30

25 25

Sound Pressure Level dB(A) re: 2.10 Pa

Sound Pressure Level dB(A) re: 2.10 Pa

20 20

15 15
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
-1 -1
Standardised Wind Speed @ 10 m agl (m.s ) Standardised Wind Speed @ 10 m agl (m.s )

Cumulative Assessment Figure 19 Cumulative Assessment Figure 20

Assessment at H22 Assessment at H23

ETSU-R-97 Assessment ETSU-R-97 Assessment

Cumulative Assessment Figure 19 details the predicted cumulative LA90 noise Cumulative Assessment Figure 20 details the predicted cumulative LA90 noise
levels for the receptor known as H22, for a wind direction of 270º. For wind levels for the receptor known as H23, for a wind direction of 270º. For wind
speeds 3-12 ms-1, predicted cumulative noise levels applicable for other wind speeds 3-12 ms-1, predicted cumulative noise levels applicable for other wind
directions are lower than those detailed in Cumulative Assessment Figure 19 directions are lower than those detailed in Cumulative Assessment Figure 20
above. The predicted noise levels indicate that the overall cumulative noise above. The predicted noise levels indicate that the overall cumulative noise
levels including the impact from the proposed wind farm, will meet the Lower levels including the impact from the proposed wind farm, will meet the Lower
Amenity Hours Noise Criterion proposed within ETSU-R-97. Amenity Hours Noise Criterion proposed within ETSU-R-97.

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Annex H6: Clocaenog Forest Wind Farm Cumulative Noise Impact Assessment

Clocaenog W.F. Cumulative Noise Assessment : Amenity (Wind Dir.: 270º) Clocaenog W.F. Cumulative Noise Assessment : Amenity (Wind Dir.: 270º)
Receptor Location : H31 (Trawsnant Background Noise Levels) Receptor Location : H33 (Trawsnant Background Noise Levels)
65 65
Prevailing Background Noise Level Prevailing Background Noise Level
Lower Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97 Lower Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97
60 Upper Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97 60 Upper Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97
Predicted LA90 Clocaenog Forest WTGs Predicted LA90 Clocaenog Forest WTGs
Predicted LA90 Tir Mostyn WTGs Predicted LA90 Tir Mostyn WTGs

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55 Predicted LA90 Brenig WTGs
55 Predicted LA90 Brenig WTGs
Predicted LA90 Gorsedd Bran WTGs Predicted LA90 Gorsedd Bran WTGs
50 Predicted LA90 Derwydd Bach WTGs 50 Predicted LA90 Derwydd Bach WTGs
Predicted LA90 Nant Bach WTGs Predicted LA90 Nant Bach WTGs
Predicted Cumulative LA90 Predicted Cumulative LA90
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40 40

35 35

30 30

25 25

Sound Pressure Level dB(A) re: 2.10 Pa

Sound Pressure Level dB(A) re: 2.10 Pa
20 20

15 15
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
-1 -1
Standardised Wind Speed @ 10 m agl (m.s ) Standardised Wind Speed @ 10 m agl (m.s )

Cumulative Assessment Figure 21 Cumulative Assessment Figure 22

Assessment at H31 Assessment at H33

ETSU-R-97 Assessment ETSU-R-97 Assessment

Cumulative Assessment Figure 21 details the predicted cumulative LA90 noise Cumulative Assessment Figure 22 details the predicted cumulative LA90 noise
levels for the receptor known as H31, for a wind direction of 270º. For wind levels for the receptor known as H33, for a wind direction of 270º. For wind
speeds 3-12 ms-1, predicted cumulative noise levels applicable for other wind speeds 3-12 ms-1, predicted cumulative noise levels applicable for other wind
directions are lower than those detailed in Cumulative Assessment Figure 21 directions are lower than those detailed in Cumulative Assessment Figure 22
above. The predicted noise levels indicate that the overall cumulative noise above. The predicted noise levels indicate that the overall cumulative noise
levels including the impact from the proposed wind farm, will meet the Upper levels including the impact from the proposed wind farm, will meet the Lower
Amenity Hours Noise Criterion proposed within ETSU-R-97. Amenity Hours Noise Criterion proposed within ETSU-R-97.

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Annex H6: Clocaenog Forest Wind Farm Cumulative Noise Impact Assessment

Clocaenog W.F. Cumulative Noise Assessment : Amenity (Wind Dir.: 270º) Clocaenog W.F. Cumulative Noise Assessment : Amenity (Wind Dir.: 270º)
Receptor Location : H34 (Trawsnant Background Noise Levels) Receptor Location : H35 (Crud-y-Gwynt Background Noise Levels)
65 65
Prevailing Background Noise Level Prevailing Background Noise Level
Lower Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97 Lower Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97
60 Upper Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97 60 Upper Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97
Predicted LA90 Clocaenog Forest WTGs Predicted LA90 Clocaenog Forest WTGs
Predicted LA90 Tir Mostyn WTGs Predicted LA90 Tir Mostyn WTGs

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55 Predicted LA90 Brenig WTGs 55 Predicted LA90 Brenig WTGs
Predicted LA90 Gorsedd Bran WTGs Predicted LA90 Gorsedd Bran WTGs
50 Predicted LA90 Derwydd Bach WTGs 50 Predicted LA90 Derwydd Bach WTGs
Predicted LA90 Nant Bach WTGs Predicted LA90 Nant Bach WTGs
Predicted Cumulative LA90 Predicted Cumulative LA90
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40 40

35 35

30 30

25 25

Sound Pressure Level dB(A) re: 2.10 Pa

Sound Pressure Level dB(A) re: 2.10 Pa
20 20

15 15
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
-1 -1
Standardised Wind Speed @ 10 m agl (m.s ) Standardised Wind Speed @ 10 m agl (m.s )

Cumulative Assessment Figure 23 Cumulative Assessment Figure 24

Assessment at H34 Assessment at H35

ETSU-R-97 Assessment ETSU-R-97 Assessment

Cumulative Assessment Figure 23 details the predicted cumulative LA90 noise Cumulative Assessment Figure 24 details the predicted cumulative LA90 noise
levels for the receptor known as H34, for a wind direction of 270º. For wind levels for the receptor known as H35, for a wind direction of 270º. For wind
speeds 3-12 ms-1, predicted cumulative noise levels applicable for other wind speeds 3-12 ms-1, predicted cumulative noise levels applicable for other wind
directions are lower than those detailed in Cumulative Assessment Figure 23 directions are lower than those detailed in Cumulative Assessment Figure 24
above. The predicted noise levels indicate that the overall cumulative noise above. The predicted noise levels indicate that the overall cumulative noise
levels including the impact from the proposed wind farm, will meet the Lower levels including the impact from the proposed wind farm, will meet the Lower
Amenity Hours Noise Criterion proposed within ETSU-R-97. Amenity Hours Noise Criterion proposed within ETSU-R-97.

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Annex H6: Clocaenog Forest Wind Farm Cumulative Noise Impact Assessment

Clocaenog W.F. Cumulative Noise Assessment : Amenity (Wind Dir.: 270º) Clocaenog W.F. Cumulative Noise Assessment : Amenity (Wind Dir.: 270º)
Receptor Location : H37 (Cruglas Background Noise Levels) Receptor Location : H38 (Cruglas Background Noise Levels)
65 65
Prevailing Background Noise Level Prevailing Background Noise Level
Lower Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97 Lower Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97
60 Upper Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97 60 Upper Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97
Predicted LA90 Clocaenog Forest WTGs Predicted LA90 Clocaenog Forest WTGs
Predicted LA90 Tir Mostyn WTGs Predicted LA90 Tir Mostyn WTGs

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55 Predicted LA90 Brenig WTGs 55 Predicted LA90 Brenig WTGs
Predicted LA90 Gorsedd Bran WTGs Predicted LA90 Gorsedd Bran WTGs
50 Predicted LA90 Derwydd Bach WTGs 50 Predicted LA90 Derwydd Bach WTGs
Predicted LA90 Nant Bach WTGs Predicted LA90 Nant Bach WTGs
Predicted Cumulative LA90 Predicted Cumulative LA90
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35 35

30 30

25 25

Sound Pressure Level dB(A) re: 2.10 Pa

Sound Pressure Level dB(A) re: 2.10 Pa
20 20

15 15
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
-1 -1
Standardised Wind Speed @ 10 m agl (m.s ) Standardised Wind Speed @ 10 m agl (m.s )

Cumulative Assessment Figure 25 Cumulative Assessment Figure 26

Assessment at H37 Assessment at H38

ETSU-R-97 Assessment ETSU-R-97 Assessment

Cumulative Assessment Figure 25 details the predicted cumulative LA90 noise Cumulative Assessment Figure 26 details the predicted cumulative LA90 noise
levels for the receptor known as H37, for a wind direction of 270º. For wind levels for the receptor known as H38, for a wind direction of 270º. For wind
speeds 3-12 ms-1, predicted cumulative noise levels applicable for other wind speeds 3-12 ms-1, predicted cumulative noise levels applicable for other wind
directions are lower than those detailed in Cumulative Assessment Figure 25 directions are lower than those detailed in Cumulative Assessment Figure 26
above. The predicted noise levels indicate that the overall cumulative noise above. The predicted noise levels indicate that the overall cumulative noise
levels including the impact from the proposed wind farm, will meet the Lower levels including the impact from the proposed wind farm, will meet the Lower
Amenity Hours Noise Criterion proposed within ETSU-R-97. Amenity Hours Noise Criterion proposed within ETSU-R-97.

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Annex H6: Clocaenog Forest Wind Farm Cumulative Noise Impact Assessment

Clocaenog W.F. Cumulative Noise Assessment : Amenity (Wind Dir.: 270º) Clocaenog W.F. Cumulative Noise Assessment : Amenity (Wind Dir.: 270º)
Receptor Location : H39 (Cruglas Background Noise Levels) Receptor Location : H44 (Bron Bannog Background Noise Levels)
65 65
Prevailing Background Noise Level Prevailing Background Noise Level
Lower Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97 Lower Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97
60 Upper Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97 60 Upper Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97
Predicted LA90 Clocaenog Forest WTGs Predicted LA90 Clocaenog Forest WTGs
Predicted LA90 Tir Mostyn WTGs Predicted LA90 Tir Mostyn WTGs

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55 Predicted LA90 Brenig WTGs
55 Predicted LA90 Brenig WTGs
Predicted LA90 Gorsedd Bran WTGs Predicted LA90 Gorsedd Bran WTGs
50 Predicted LA90 Derwydd Bach WTGs 50 Predicted LA90 Derwydd Bach WTGs
Predicted LA90 Nant Bach WTGs Predicted LA90 Nant Bach WTGs
Predicted Cumulative LA90 Predicted Cumulative LA90
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35 35

30 30

25 25

Sound Pressure Level dB(A) re: 2.10 Pa

Sound Pressure Level dB(A) re: 2.10 Pa

20 20

15 15
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
-1 -1
Standardised Wind Speed @ 10 m agl (m.s ) Standardised Wind Speed @ 10 m agl (m.s )

Cumulative Assessment Figure 27 Cumulative Assessment Figure 28

Assessment at H39 Assessment at H44

ETSU-R-97 Assessment ETSU-R-97 Assessment

Cumulative Assessment Figure 27 details the predicted cumulative LA90 noise Cumulative Assessment Figure 28 details the predicted cumulative LA90 noise
levels for the receptor known as H39, for a wind direction of 270º. For wind levels for the receptor known as H44, for a wind direction of 270º. For wind
speeds 3-12 ms-1, predicted cumulative noise levels applicable for other wind speeds 3-12 ms-1, predicted cumulative noise levels applicable for other wind
directions are lower than those detailed in Cumulative Assessment Figure 27 directions are lower than those detailed in Cumulative Assessment Figure 28
above. The predicted noise levels indicate that the overall cumulative noise above. The predicted noise levels indicate that the overall cumulative noise
levels including the impact from the proposed wind farm, will meet the Lower levels including the impact from the proposed wind farm, will meet the Lower
Amenity Hours Noise Criterion proposed within ETSU-R-97. Amenity Hours Noise Criterion proposed within ETSU-R-97.

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Annex H6: Clocaenog Forest Wind Farm Cumulative Noise Impact Assessment

Clocaenog W.F. Cumulative Noise Assessment : Amenity (Wind Dir.: 270º) Clocaenog W.F. Cumulative Noise Assessment : Amenity (Wind Dir.: 270º)
Receptor Location : H46 (Bron Bannog Background Noise Levels) Receptor Location : H47 (Bron Bannog Background Noise Levels)
65 65
Prevailing Background Noise Level Prevailing Background Noise Level
Lower Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97 Lower Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97
60 Upper Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97 60 Upper Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97
Predicted LA90 Clocaenog Forest WTGs Predicted LA90 Clocaenog Forest WTGs
Predicted LA90 Tir Mostyn WTGs Predicted LA90 Tir Mostyn WTGs

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55 Predicted LA90 Brenig WTGs 55 Predicted LA90 Brenig WTGs
Predicted LA90 Gorsedd Bran WTGs Predicted LA90 Gorsedd Bran WTGs
50 Predicted LA90 Derwydd Bach WTGs 50 Predicted LA90 Derwydd Bach WTGs
Predicted LA90 Nant Bach WTGs Predicted LA90 Nant Bach WTGs
Predicted Cumulative LA90 Predicted Cumulative LA90
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35 35

30 30

25 25

Sound Pressure Level dB(A) re: 2.10 Pa

Sound Pressure Level dB(A) re: 2.10 Pa
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15 15
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
-1 -1
Standardised Wind Speed @ 10 m agl (m.s ) Standardised Wind Speed @ 10 m agl (m.s )

Cumulative Assessment Figure 29 Cumulative Assessment Figure 30

Assessment at H46 Assessment at H47

ETSU-R-97 Assessment ETSU-R-97 Assessment

Cumulative Assessment Figure 29 details the predicted cumulative LA90 noise Cumulative Assessment Figure 30 details the predicted cumulative LA90 noise
levels for the receptor known as H46, for a wind direction of 270º. For wind levels for the receptor known as H47, for a wind direction of 270º. For wind
speeds 3-12 ms-1, predicted cumulative noise levels applicable for other wind speeds 3-12 ms-1, predicted cumulative noise levels applicable for other wind
directions are lower than those detailed in Cumulative Assessment Figure 29 directions are lower than those detailed in Cumulative Assessment Figure 30
above. The predicted noise levels indicate that the overall cumulative noise above. The predicted noise levels indicate that the overall cumulative noise
levels including the impact from the proposed wind farm, will meet the Lower levels including the impact from the proposed wind farm, will meet the Lower
Amenity Hours Noise Criterion proposed within ETSU-R-97. Amenity Hours Noise Criterion proposed within ETSU-R-97.

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Annex H6: Clocaenog Forest Wind Farm Cumulative Noise Impact Assessment

Clocaenog W.F. Cumulative Noise Assessment : Amenity (Wind Dir.: 225º) Clocaenog W.F. Cumulative Noise Assessment : Amenity (Wind Dir.: 225º)
Receptor Location : H53 (Cefn Bannog Background Noise Levels) Receptor Location : H54 (Cefn Bannog Background Noise Levels)
65 65
Prevailing Background Noise Level Prevailing Background Noise Level
Lower Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97 Lower Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97
60 Upper Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97 60 Upper Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97
Predicted LA90 Clocaenog Forest WTGs Predicted LA90 Clocaenog Forest WTGs
Predicted LA90 Tir Mostyn WTGs Predicted LA90 Tir Mostyn WTGs

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55 Predicted LA90 Brenig WTGs 55 Predicted LA90 Brenig WTGs
Predicted LA90 Gorsedd Bran WTGs Predicted LA90 Gorsedd Bran WTGs
50 Predicted LA90 Derwydd Bach WTGs 50 Predicted LA90 Derwydd Bach WTGs
Predicted LA90 Nant Bach WTGs Predicted LA90 Nant Bach WTGs
Predicted Cumulative LA90 Predicted Cumulative LA90
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Sound Pressure Level dB(A) re: 2.10 Pa

Sound Pressure Level dB(A) re: 2.10 Pa
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0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
-1 -1
Standardised Wind Speed @ 10 m agl (m.s ) Standardised Wind Speed @ 10 m agl (m.s )

Cumulative Assessment Figure 31 Cumulative Assessment Figure 32

Assessment at H53 Assessment at H54

ETSU-R-97 Assessment ETSU-R-97 Assessment

Cumulative Assessment Figure 31 details the predicted cumulative LA90 noise Cumulative Assessment Figure 32 details the predicted cumulative LA90 noise
levels for the receptor known as H53, for a wind direction of 225º. For wind levels for the receptor known as H54, for a wind direction of 225º. For wind
speeds 3-12 ms-1, predicted cumulative noise levels applicable for other wind speeds 6-12 ms-1, predicted cumulative noise levels applicable for other wind
directions are lower than those detailed in Cumulative Assessment Figure 31 directions are lower than those detailed in Cumulative Assessment Figure 32
above. The predicted noise levels indicate that the overall cumulative noise above. For wind speeds 3-5 ms-1, predicted cumulative noise levels applicable
levels including the impact from the proposed wind farm, will meet the Upper for other wind directions are no more than 0.1dB higher than those detailed in
Amenity Hours Noise Criterion proposed within ETSU-R-97. Cumulative Assessment Figure 32 above. The predicted noise levels indicate
that the overall cumulative noise levels including the impact from the proposed
wind farm, will meet the Upper Amenity Hours Noise Criterion proposed
within ETSU-R-97.

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Annex H6: Clocaenog Forest Wind Farm Cumulative Noise Impact Assessment

Clocaenog W.F. Cumulative Noise Assessment : Amenity (Wind Dir.: 225º) Clocaenog W.F. Cumulative Noise Assessment (Wind Dir.: 225º)
Receptor Location : H55 (Cefn Bannog Background Noise Levels) Receptor Location : H56
65 65
Prevailing Background Noise Level Noise Limit agreed by Denbighshire C.C. for Derwydd Bach W.F.
Lower Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97 Predicted LA90 Clocaenog Forest WTGs
60 Upper Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97 60
Predicted LA90 Tir Mostyn WTGs
Predicted LA90 Clocaenog Forest WTGs
Predicted LA90 Tir Mostyn WTGs Predicted LA90 Brenig WTGs

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55 Predicted LA90 Brenig WTGs 55 Predicted LA90 Gorsedd Bran WTGs
Predicted LA90 Gorsedd Bran WTGs Predicted LA90 Derwydd Bach WTGs
50 Predicted LA90 Derwydd Bach WTGs 50 Predicted LA90 Nant Bach WTGs
Predicted LA90 Nant Bach WTGs
Predicted Cumulative LA90
Predicted Cumulative LA90
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30 30

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Sound Pressure Level dB(A) re: 2.10 Pa

Sound Pressure Level dB(A) re: 2.10 Pa
20 20

15 15
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
-1 -1
Standardised Wind Speed @ 10 m agl (m.s ) Wind Speed @ 10 m agl (m.s )

Cumulative Assessment Figure 33 Cumulative Assessment Figure 34

Assessment at H55 Assessment at H56

ETSU-R-97 Assessment Cumulative Assessment Figure 34 details the predicted cumulative LA90 noise
levels for the receptor known as H56, for a wind direction of 225º. For wind
Cumulative Assessment Figure 33 details the predicted cumulative LA90 noise speeds 6-12 ms-1, predicted cumulative noise levels applicable for other wind
levels for the receptor known as H55, for a wind direction of 225º. For wind directions are lower than those detailed in Cumulative Assessment Figure 34
speeds 8-12 ms-1, predicted cumulative noise levels applicable for other wind above. For wind speeds 3-5 ms-1, predicted cumulative noise levels applicable
directions are lower than those detailed in Cumulative Assessment Figure 33 for other wind directions are no more than 0.2dB higher than those detailed in
above. For wind speeds 3-7 ms-1, predicted cumulative noise levels applicable Cumulative Assessment Figure 34 above. Predicted cumulative noise levels are
for other wind directions are no more than 0.6dB higher than those detailed in presented against the noise criterion agreed for this property by Denbighshire
Cumulative Assessment Figure 33 above. The predicted noise levels indicate County Council for the Derwydd Bach Wind Farm. The predicted noise levels
that the overall cumulative noise levels including the impact from the proposed indicate that the overall cumulative noise levels including the impact from the
wind farm, will meet the Upper Amenity Hours Noise Criterion proposed proposed wind farm, are likely to meet the noise criterion agreed by
within ETSU-R-97. Denbighshire County Council for the Derwydd Bach Wind Farm.

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Annex H6: Clocaenog Forest Wind Farm Cumulative Noise Impact Assessment

Clocaenog W.F. Cumulative Noise Assessment : Amenity (Wind Dir.: 270º) Clocaenog W.F. Cumulative Noise Assessment (Wind Dir.: 90º)
Receptor Location : H57 (Bron Bannog Background Noise Levels) Receptor Location : H109
65 65
Prevailing Background Noise Level Noise Limit agreed by Denbighshire C.C. for Derwydd Bach W.F.
Lower Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97 Predicted LA90 Clocaenog Forest WTGs
60 Upper Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97 60
Predicted LA90 Tir Mostyn WTGs
Predicted LA90 Clocaenog Forest WTGs
Predicted LA90 Tir Mostyn WTGs Predicted LA90 Brenig WTGs

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55 Predicted LA90 Brenig WTGs 55 Predicted LA90 Gorsedd Bran WTGs
Predicted LA90 Gorsedd Bran WTGs Predicted LA90 Derwydd Bach WTGs
50 Predicted LA90 Derwydd Bach WTGs 50 Predicted LA90 Nant Bach WTGs
Predicted LA90 Nant Bach WTGs
Predicted Cumulative LA90 Predicted Cumulative LA90
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30 30

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Sound Pressure Level dB(A) re: 2.10 Pa

Sound Pressure Level dB(A) re: 2.10 Pa
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15 15
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
-1 -1
Standardised Wind Speed @ 10 m agl (m.s ) Wind Speed @ 10 m agl (m.s )

Cumulative Assessment Figure 35 Cumulative Assessment Figure 36

Assessment at H57 Assessment at H109

ETSU-R-97 Assessment Cumulative Assessment Figure 36 details the predicted cumulative LA90 noise
levels for the receptor known as H109, for a wind direction of 90º. For wind
Cumulative Assessment Figure 35 details the predicted cumulative LA90 noise speeds 3-12 ms-1, predicted cumulative noise levels applicable for other wind
levels for the receptor known as H57, for a wind direction of 270º. For wind directions are lower than those detailed in Cumulative Assessment Figure 36
speeds 3-12 ms-1, predicted cumulative noise levels applicable for other wind above. Predicted cumulative noise levels are presented against the noise
directions are lower than those detailed in Cumulative Assessment Figure 35 criterion agreed for this property by Denbighshire County Council for the
above. The predicted noise levels indicate that the overall cumulative noise Derwydd Bach Wind Farm. The predicted noise levels indicate that the overall
levels including the impact from the proposed wind farm, will meet the Lower cumulative noise levels including the impact from the proposed wind farm, are
Amenity Hours Noise Criterion proposed within ETSU-R-97. likely to meet the noise criterion agreed by Denbighshire County Council for
the Derwydd Bach Wind Farm.

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Annex H6: Clocaenog Forest Wind Farm Cumulative Noise Impact Assessment

Clocaenog W.F. Cumulative Noise Assessment (Wind Dir.: 135º) Clocaenog W.F. Cumulative Noise Assessment : Amenity (Wind Dir.: 90º)
Receptor Location : H110 Receptor Location : H111 (Cefn Rofft Background Noise Levels)
65 65
Noise Limit agreed by Denbighshire C.C. for Derwydd Bach W.F. Prevailing Background Noise Level
Predicted LA90 Clocaenog Forest WTGs Lower Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97
60 60 Upper Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97
Predicted LA90 Tir Mostyn WTGs Predicted LA90 Clocaenog Forest WTGs
Predicted LA90 Brenig WTGs Predicted LA90 Tir Mostyn WTGs

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55 55 Predicted LA90 Brenig WTGs
Predicted LA90 Gorsedd Bran WTGs
Predicted LA90 Gorsedd Bran WTGs
Predicted LA90 Derwydd Bach WTGs
50 50 Predicted LA90 Derwydd Bach WTGs
Predicted LA90 Nant Bach WTGs Predicted LA90 Nant Bach WTGs
Predicted Cumulative LA90 Predicted Cumulative LA90
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30 30

25 25

Sound Pressure Level dB(A) re: 2.10 Pa

Sound Pressure Level dB(A) re: 2.10 Pa
20 20

15 15
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
-1 -1
Wind Speed @ 10 m agl (m.s ) Standardised Wind Speed @ 10 m agl (m.s )

Cumulative Assessment Figure 37 Cumulative Assessment Figure 38

Assessment at H110 Assessment at H111

Cumulative Assessment Figure 37 details the predicted cumulative LA90 noise ETSU-R-97 Assessment
levels for the receptor known as H110, for a wind direction of 135º. For wind
speeds 6-12 ms-1, predicted cumulative noise levels applicable for other wind Cumulative Assessment Figure 38 details the predicted cumulative LA90 noise
directions are lower than those detailed in Cumulative Assessment Figure 37 levels for the receptor known as H111, for a wind direction of 90º. For wind
above. For wind speeds 3-5 ms-1, predicted cumulative noise levels applicable speeds 6-12 ms-1, predicted cumulative noise levels applicable for other wind
for other wind directions are no more than 0.4dB higher than those detailed in directions are lower than those detailed in Cumulative Assessment Figure 38
Cumulative Assessment Figure 37 above. Predicted cumulative noise levels are above. For wind speeds 3-5 ms-1, predicted cumulative noise levels applicable
presented against the noise criterion agreed for this property by Denbighshire for other wind directions are no more than 0.1dB higher than those detailed in
County Council for the Derwydd Bach Wind Farm. The predicted noise levels Cumulative Assessment Figure 38 above. The predicted noise levels indicate
indicate that the overall cumulative noise levels including the impact from the that the overall cumulative noise levels including the impact from the proposed
proposed wind farm, are likely to meet the noise criterion agreed by wind farm, will meet the Upper Amenity Hours Noise Criterion proposed
Denbighshire County Council for the Derwydd Bach Wind Farm. within ETSU-R-97.

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Annex H6: Clocaenog Forest Wind Farm Cumulative Noise Impact Assessment

Clocaenog W.F. Cumulative Noise Assessment : Amenity (Wind Dir.: 45º) Clocaenog W.F. Cumulative Noise Assessment : Amenity (Wind Dir.: 45º)
Receptor Location : H112 (Cefn Rofft Background Noise Levels) Receptor Location : H114 (Cefn Rofft Background Noise Levels)
65 65
Prevailing Background Noise Level Prevailing Background Noise Level
Lower Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97 Lower Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97
60 Upper Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97 60 Upper Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97
Predicted LA90 Clocaenog Forest WTGs Predicted LA90 Clocaenog Forest WTGs
Predicted LA90 Tir Mostyn WTGs Predicted LA90 Tir Mostyn WTGs

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55 Predicted LA90 Brenig WTGs 55 Predicted LA90 Brenig WTGs
Predicted LA90 Gorsedd Bran WTGs Predicted LA90 Gorsedd Bran WTGs
50 Predicted LA90 Derwydd Bach WTGs 50 Predicted LA90 Derwydd Bach WTGs
Predicted LA90 Nant Bach WTGs Predicted LA90 Nant Bach WTGs
Predicted Cumulative LA90 Predicted Cumulative LA90
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30 30

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Sound Pressure Level dB(A) re: 2.10 Pa

Sound Pressure Level dB(A) re: 2.10 Pa
20 20

15 15
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
-1 -1
Standardised Wind Speed @ 10 m agl (m.s ) Standardised Wind Speed @ 10 m agl (m.s )

Cumulative Assessment Figure 39 Cumulative Assessment Figure 40

Assessment at H112 Assessment at H114

ETSU-R-97 Assessment ETSU-R-97 Assessment

Cumulative Assessment Figure 39 details the predicted cumulative LA90 noise Cumulative Assessment Figure 40 details the predicted cumulative LA90 noise
levels for the receptor known as H112, for a wind direction of 45º. For wind levels for the receptor known as H114, for a wind direction of 45º. For wind
speeds 3-10 ms-1, predicted cumulative noise levels applicable for other wind speeds 6-10 ms-1, predicted cumulative noise levels applicable for other wind
directions are lower than those detailed in Cumulative Assessment Figure 39 directions are lower than those detailed in Cumulative Assessment Figure 40
above. For wind speeds 11-12 ms-1, predicted cumulative noise levels above. For the wind speed ranges of 3-5 ms-1 and 11-12 ms-1, predicted
applicable for other wind directions are no more than 0.1dB higher than those cumulative noise levels applicable for other wind directions are no more than
detailed in Cumulative Assessment Figure 39 above. The predicted noise levels 0.3dB higher than those detailed in Cumulative Assessment Figure 40 above.
indicate that the overall cumulative noise levels including the impact from the The predicted noise levels indicate that the overall cumulative noise levels
proposed wind farm, will meet the Upper Amenity Hours Noise Criterion including the impact from the proposed wind farm, will meet the Lower
proposed within ETSU-R-97. Amenity Hours Noise Criterion proposed within ETSU-R-97.

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Annex H6: Clocaenog Forest Wind Farm Cumulative Noise Impact Assessment

Clocaenog W.F. Cumulative Noise Assessment : Amenity (Wind Dir.: 135º) Clocaenog W.F. Cumulative Noise Assessment : Amenity (Wind Dir.: 90º)
Receptor Location : H115 (Cefn Rofft Background Noise Levels) Receptor Location : H116 (Cefn Rofft Background Noise Levels)
65 65
Prevailing Background Noise Level Prevailing Background Noise Level
Lower Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97 Lower Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97
60 Upper Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97 60 Upper Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97
Predicted LA90 Clocaenog Forest WTGs Predicted LA90 Clocaenog Forest WTGs
Predicted LA90 Tir Mostyn WTGs Predicted LA90 Tir Mostyn WTGs

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55 Predicted LA90 Brenig WTGs 55 Predicted LA90 Brenig WTGs
Predicted LA90 Gorsedd Bran WTGs Predicted LA90 Gorsedd Bran WTGs
50 Predicted LA90 Derwydd Bach WTGs 50 Predicted LA90 Derwydd Bach WTGs
Predicted LA90 Nant Bach WTGs Predicted LA90 Nant Bach WTGs
Predicted Cumulative LA90 Predicted Cumulative LA90
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Sound Pressure Level dB(A) re: 2.10 Pa

Sound Pressure Level dB(A) re: 2.10 Pa
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15 15
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
-1 -1
Standardised Wind Speed @ 10 m agl (m.s ) Standardised Wind Speed @ 10 m agl (m.s )

Cumulative Assessment Figure 41 Cumulative Assessment Figure 42

Assessment at H115 Assessment at H116

ETSU-R-97 Assessment ETSU-R-97 Assessment

Cumulative Assessment Figure 41 details the predicted cumulative LA90 noise Cumulative Assessment Figure 42 details the predicted cumulative LA90 noise
levels for the receptor known as H115, for a wind direction of 135º. For wind levels for the receptor known as H116, for a wind direction of 90º. For wind
speeds 6-12 ms-1, predicted cumulative noise levels applicable for other wind speeds 3-12 ms-1, predicted cumulative noise levels applicable for other wind
directions are lower than those detailed in Cumulative Assessment Figure 41 directions are lower than those detailed in Cumulative Assessment Figure 42
above. For wind speeds 3-5 ms-1, predicted cumulative noise levels applicable above. The predicted noise levels indicate that the overall cumulative noise
for other wind directions are no more than 0.3dB higher than those detailed in levels including the impact from the proposed wind farm, will meet the Lower
Cumulative Assessment Figure 41 above. The predicted noise levels indicate Amenity Hours Noise Criterion proposed within ETSU-R-97.
that the overall cumulative noise levels including the impact from the proposed
wind farm, will meet the Lower Amenity Hours Noise Criterion proposed
within ETSU-R-97.

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Annex H6: Clocaenog Forest Wind Farm Cumulative Noise Impact Assessment

Clocaenog W.F. Cumulative Noise Assessment : Amenity (Wind Dir.: 135º) Clocaenog W.F. Cumulative Noise Assessment : Amenity (Wind Dir.: 135º)
Receptor Location : H117 (Cefn Rofft Background Noise Levels) Receptor Location : H118 (Cefn Rofft Background Noise Levels)
65 65
Prevailing Background Noise Level Prevailing Background Noise Level
Lower Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97 Lower Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97
60 Upper Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97 60 Upper Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97
Predicted LA90 Clocaenog Forest WTGs Predicted LA90 Clocaenog Forest WTGs
Predicted LA90 Tir Mostyn WTGs Predicted LA90 Tir Mostyn WTGs

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55 Predicted LA90 Brenig WTGs 55 Predicted LA90 Brenig WTGs
Predicted LA90 Gorsedd Bran WTGs Predicted LA90 Gorsedd Bran WTGs
50 Predicted LA90 Derwydd Bach WTGs 50 Predicted LA90 Derwydd Bach WTGs
Predicted LA90 Nant Bach WTGs Predicted LA90 Nant Bach WTGs
Predicted Cumulative LA90 Predicted Cumulative LA90
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30 30

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Sound Pressure Level dB(A) re: 2.10 Pa

Sound Pressure Level dB(A) re: 2.10 Pa
20 20

15 15
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
-1 -1
Standardised Wind Speed @ 10 m agl (m.s ) Standardised Wind Speed @ 10 m agl (m.s )

Cumulative Assessment Figure 43 Cumulative Assessment Figure 44

Assessment at H117 Assessment at H118

ETSU-R-97 Assessment ETSU-R-97 Assessment

Cumulative Assessment Figure 43 details the predicted cumulative LA90 noise Cumulative Assessment Figure 44 details the predicted cumulative LA90 noise
levels for the receptor known as H117, for a wind direction of 135º. For wind levels for the receptor known as H118, for a wind direction of 135º. For wind
speeds 3-12 ms-1, predicted cumulative noise levels applicable for other wind speeds 3-12 ms-1, predicted cumulative noise levels applicable for other wind
directions are lower than those detailed in Cumulative Assessment Figure 43 directions are lower than those detailed in Cumulative Assessment Figure 44
above. The predicted noise levels indicate that the overall cumulative noise above. The predicted noise levels indicate that the overall cumulative noise
levels including the impact from the proposed wind farm, will meet the Lower levels including the impact from the proposed wind farm, will meet the Lower
Amenity Hours Noise Criterion proposed within ETSU-R-97. Amenity Hours Noise Criterion proposed within ETSU-R-97.

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Annex H6: Clocaenog Forest Wind Farm Cumulative Noise Impact Assessment

Clocaenog W.F. Cumulative Noise Assessment : Amenity (Wind Dir.: 90º) Clocaenog W.F. Cumulative Noise Assessment : Amenity (Wind Dir.: 90º)
Receptor Location : H131 (Cefn Rofft Background Noise Levels) Receptor Location : H135 (Tai'n-y-Waens Background Noise Levels)
65 65
Prevailing Background Noise Level Prevailing Background Noise Level
Lower Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97 Lower Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97
60 Upper Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97 60 Upper Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97
Predicted LA90 Clocaenog Forest WTGs Predicted LA90 Clocaenog Forest WTGs
Predicted LA90 Tir Mostyn WTGs Predicted LA90 Tir Mostyn WTGs

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55 Predicted LA90 Brenig WTGs 55 Predicted LA90 Brenig WTGs
Predicted LA90 Gorsedd Bran WTGs Predicted LA90 Gorsedd Bran WTGs
50 Predicted LA90 Derwydd Bach WTGs 50 Predicted LA90 Derwydd Bach WTGs
Predicted LA90 Nant Bach WTGs Predicted LA90 Nant Bach WTGs
Predicted Cumulative LA90 Predicted Cumulative LA90
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Sound Pressure Level dB(A) re: 2.10 Pa

Sound Pressure Level dB(A) re: 2.10 Pa
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15 15
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
-1 -1
Standardised Wind Speed @ 10 m agl (m.s ) Standardised Wind Speed @ 10 m agl (m.s )

Cumulative Assessment Figure 45 Cumulative Assessment Figure 46

Assessment at H131 Assessment at H135

ETSU-R-97 Assessment ETSU-R-97 Assessment

Cumulative Assessment Figure 45 details the predicted cumulative LA90 noise Cumulative Assessment Figure 46 details the predicted cumulative LA90 noise
levels for the receptor known as H131, for a wind direction of 90º. For wind levels for the receptor known as H135, for a wind direction of 90º. For wind
speeds 3-12 ms-1, predicted cumulative noise levels applicable for other wind speeds 3-12 ms-1, predicted cumulative noise levels applicable for other wind
directions are lower than those detailed in Cumulative Assessment Figure 45 directions are lower than those detailed in Cumulative Assessment Figure 46
above. The predicted noise levels indicate that the overall cumulative noise above. The predicted noise levels indicate that the overall cumulative noise
levels including the impact from the proposed wind farm, will meet the Lower levels including the impact from the proposed wind farm, will meet the Lower
Amenity Hours Noise Criterion proposed within ETSU-R-97. Amenity Hours Noise Criterion proposed within ETSU-R-97.

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Annex H6: Clocaenog Forest Wind Farm Cumulative Noise Impact Assessment

Clocaenog W.F. Cumulative Noise Assessment : Amenity (Wind Dir.: 90º) Clocaenog W.F. Cumulative Noise Assessment : Amenity (Wind Dir.: 90º)
Receptor Location : H136 (Tai'n-y-Waens Background Noise Levels) Receptor Location : H138 (Tai'n-y-Waens Background Noise Levels)
65 65
Prevailing Background Noise Level Prevailing Background Noise Level
Lower Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97 Lower Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97
60 Upper Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97 60 Upper Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97
Predicted LA90 Clocaenog Forest WTGs Predicted LA90 Clocaenog Forest WTGs
Predicted LA90 Tir Mostyn WTGs Predicted LA90 Tir Mostyn WTGs

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55 Predicted LA90 Brenig WTGs 55 Predicted LA90 Brenig WTGs
Predicted LA90 Gorsedd Bran WTGs Predicted LA90 Gorsedd Bran WTGs
50 Predicted LA90 Derwydd Bach WTGs 50 Predicted LA90 Derwydd Bach WTGs
Predicted LA90 Nant Bach WTGs Predicted LA90 Nant Bach WTGs
Predicted Cumulative LA90 Predicted Cumulative LA90
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Sound Pressure Level dB(A) re: 2.10 Pa

Sound Pressure Level dB(A) re: 2.10 Pa
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15 15
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
-1 -1
Standardised Wind Speed @ 10 m agl (m.s ) Standardised Wind Speed @ 10 m agl (m.s )

Cumulative Assessment Figure 47 Cumulative Assessment Figure 48

Assessment at H136 Assessment at H138

ETSU-R-97 Assessment ETSU-R-97 Assessment

Cumulative Assessment Figure 47 details the predicted cumulative LA90 noise Cumulative Assessment Figure 48 details the predicted cumulative LA90 noise
levels for the receptor known as H136, for a wind direction of 90º. For wind levels for the receptor known as H138, for a wind direction of 90º. For wind
speeds 3-12 ms-1, predicted cumulative noise levels applicable for other wind speeds 3-12 ms-1, predicted cumulative noise levels applicable for other wind
directions are lower than those detailed in Cumulative Assessment Figure 47 directions are lower than those detailed in Cumulative Assessment Figure 48
above. The predicted noise levels indicate that the overall cumulative noise above. The predicted noise levels indicate that the overall cumulative noise
levels including the impact from the proposed wind farm, will meet the Upper levels including the impact from the proposed wind farm, will meet the Lower
Amenity Hours Noise Criterion proposed within ETSU-R-97. Amenity Hours Noise Criterion proposed within ETSU-R-97.

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Annex H6: Clocaenog Forest Wind Farm Cumulative Noise Impact Assessment

Clocaenog W.F. Cumulative Noise Assessment : Amenity (Wind Dir.: 90º) Clocaenog W.F. Cumulative Noise Assessment : Amenity (Wind Dir.: 45º)
Receptor Location : H140 (Tal-y-cefn Uchaf Background Noise Levels) Receptor Location : H157 (Hafotty Newydd Background Noise Levels)
65 65
Prevailing Background Noise Level Prevailing Background Noise Level
Lower Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97 Lower Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97
60 Upper Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97 60 Upper Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97
Predicted LA90 Clocaenog Forest WTGs Predicted LA90 Clocaenog Forest WTGs
Predicted LA90 Tir Mostyn WTGs Predicted LA90 Tir Mostyn WTGs

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55 Predicted LA90 Brenig WTGs 55 Predicted LA90 Brenig WTGs
Predicted LA90 Gorsedd Bran WTGs Predicted LA90 Gorsedd Bran WTGs
50 Predicted LA90 Derwydd Bach WTGs 50 Predicted LA90 Derwydd Bach WTGs
Predicted LA90 Nant Bach WTGs Predicted LA90 Nant Bach WTGs
Predicted Cumulative LA90 Predicted Cumulative LA90
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Sound Pressure Level dB(A) re: 2.10 Pa

Sound Pressure Level dB(A) re: 2.10 Pa
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0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
-1 -1
Standardised Wind Speed @ 10 m agl (m.s ) Standardised Wind Speed @ 10 m agl (m.s )

Cumulative Assessment Figure 49 Cumulative Assessment Figure 50

Assessment at H140 Assessment at H157

ETSU-R-97 Assessment ETSU-R-97 Assessment

Cumulative Assessment Figure 49 details the predicted cumulative LA90 noise Cumulative Assessment Figure 50 details the predicted cumulative LA90 noise
levels for the receptor known as H140, for a wind direction of 90º. For wind levels for the receptor known as H157, for a wind direction of 45º. For wind
speeds 3-12 ms-1, predicted cumulative noise levels applicable for other wind speeds 3-12 ms-1, predicted cumulative noise levels applicable for other wind
directions are lower than those detailed in Cumulative Assessment Figure 49 directions are lower than those detailed in Cumulative Assessment Figure 50
above. The predicted noise levels indicate that the overall cumulative noise above. The predicted noise levels indicate that the overall cumulative noise
levels including the impact from the proposed wind farm, will meet the Lower levels including the impact from the proposed wind farm, will meet the Lower
Amenity Hours Noise Criterion proposed within ETSU-R-97. Amenity Hours Noise Criterion proposed within ETSU-R-97.

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Annex H6: Clocaenog Forest Wind Farm Cumulative Noise Impact Assessment

Clocaenog W.F. Cumulative Noise Assessment : Amenity (Wind Dir.: 90º) Clocaenog W.F. Cumulative Noise Assessment : Amenity (Wind Dir.: 180º)
Receptor Location : H159 (Hafotty Newydd Background Noise Levels) Receptor Location : H168 (Hafod Caradoc Background Noise Levels)
65 65
Prevailing Background Noise Level Prevailing Background Noise Level
Lower Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97 Lower Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97
60 Upper Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97 60 Upper Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97
Predicted LA90 Clocaenog Forest WTGs Predicted LA90 Clocaenog Forest WTGs
Predicted LA90 Tir Mostyn WTGs Predicted LA90 Tir Mostyn WTGs

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55 Predicted LA90 Brenig WTGs
55 Predicted LA90 Brenig WTGs
Predicted LA90 Gorsedd Bran WTGs Predicted LA90 Gorsedd Bran WTGs
50 Predicted LA90 Derwydd Bach WTGs 50 Predicted LA90 Derwydd Bach WTGs
Predicted LA90 Nant Bach WTGs Predicted LA90 Nant Bach WTGs
Predicted Cumulative LA90 Predicted Cumulative LA90
45 45

40 40

35 35

30 30

25 25

Sound Pressure Level dB(A) re: 2.10 Pa

Sound Pressure Level dB(A) re: 2.10 Pa

20 20

15 15
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
-1 -1
Standardised Wind Speed @ 10 m agl (m.s ) Standardised Wind Speed @ 10 m agl (m.s )

Cumulative Assessment Figure 51 Cumulative Assessment Figure 52

Assessment at H159 Assessment at H168

ETSU-R-97 Assessment ETSU-R-97 Assessment

Cumulative Assessment Figure 51 details the predicted cumulative LA90 noise Cumulative Assessment Figure 52 details the predicted cumulative LA90 noise
levels for the receptor known as H159, for a wind direction of 90º. For wind levels for the receptor known as H168, for a wind direction of 180º. For wind
speeds 6-9 ms-1, predicted cumulative noise levels applicable for other wind speeds 3-12 ms-1, predicted cumulative noise levels applicable for other wind
directions are lower than those detailed in Cumulative Assessment Figure 51 directions are lower than those detailed in Cumulative Assessment Figure 52
above. For the wind speed ranges of 3-5 ms-1 and 10-12 ms-1, predicted above. The predicted noise levels indicate that the overall cumulative noise
cumulative noise levels applicable for other wind directions are no more than levels including the impact from the proposed wind farm, will meet the Upper
0.2dB higher than those detailed in Cumulative Assessment Figure 51 above. Amenity Hours Noise Criterion proposed within ETSU-R-97.
The predicted noise levels indicate that the overall cumulative noise levels
including the impact from the proposed wind farm, will meet the Upper
Amenity Hours Noise Criterion proposed within ETSU-R-97.

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Clocaenog W.F. Cumulative Noise Assessment : Amenity (Wind Dir.: 180º) Clocaenog W.F. Cumulative Noise Assessment : Amenity (Wind Dir.: 180º)
Receptor Location : H171 (Hafod Caradoc Background Noise Levels) Receptor Location : H180 (Hafod Caradoc Background Noise Levels)
65 65
Prevailing Background Noise Level Prevailing Background Noise Level
Lower Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97 Lower Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97
60 Associated Dwelling Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97 60 Associated Dwelling Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97
Predicted LA90 Clocaenog Forest WTGs Predicted LA90 Clocaenog Forest WTGs
Predicted LA90 Tir Mostyn WTGs Predicted LA90 Tir Mostyn WTGs

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55 Predicted LA90 Brenig WTGs
55 Predicted LA90 Brenig WTGs
Predicted LA90 Gorsedd Bran WTGs Predicted LA90 Gorsedd Bran WTGs
50 Predicted LA90 Derwydd Bach WTGs 50 Predicted LA90 Derwydd Bach WTGs
Predicted LA90 Nant Bach WTGs Predicted LA90 Nant Bach WTGs
Predicted Cumulative LA90 Predicted Cumulative LA90
45 45

40 40

35 35

30 30

25 25

Sound Pressure Level dB(A) re: 2.10-5 Pa

Sound Pressure Level dB(A) re: 2.10 Pa
20 20

15 15
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
-1 -1
Standardised Wind Speed @ 10 m agl (m.s ) Standardised Wind Speed @ 10 m agl (m.s )

Cumulative Assessment Figure 53 Cumulative Assessment Figure 54

Assessment at H171 Assessment at H180

ETSU-R-97 Assessment ETSU-R-97 Assessment

Cumulative Assessment Figure 53 details the predicted cumulative LA90 noise Cumulative Assessment Figure 54 details the predicted cumulative LA90 noise
levels for the receptor known as H171, for a wind direction of 180º. For wind levels for the receptor known as H180, for a wind direction of 180º. For wind
speeds 3-12 ms-1, predicted cumulative noise levels applicable for other wind speeds 3-12 ms-1, predicted cumulative noise levels applicable for other wind
directions are lower than those detailed in Cumulative Assessment Figure 53 directions are lower than those detailed in Cumulative Assessment Figure 54
above. The predicted noise levels indicate that the overall cumulative noise above. The predicted noise levels indicate that the overall cumulative noise
levels including the impact from the proposed wind farm, will meet the noise levels including the impact from the proposed wind farm, will meet the noise
criterion proposed within ETSU-R-97 for an associated dwelling. criterion proposed within ETSU-R-97 for an associated dwelling.

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Annex H6: Clocaenog Forest Wind Farm Cumulative Noise Impact Assessment

Clocaenog W.F. Cumulative Noise Assessment : Amenity (Wind Dir.: 225º) Clocaenog W.F. Cumulative Noise Assessment : Amenity (Wind Dir.: 90º)
Receptor Location : H184 (Trawsnant Background Noise Levels) Receptor Location : H207 (Cefn Rofft Background Noise Levels)
65 65
Prevailing Background Noise Level Prevailing Background Noise Level
Lower Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97 Lower Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97
60 Associated Dwelling Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97 60 Upper Absolute Noise Criterion : ETSU-R-97
Predicted LA90 Clocaenog Forest WTGs Predicted LA90 Clocaenog Forest WTGs
Predicted LA90 Tir Mostyn WTGs Predicted LA90 Tir Mostyn WTGs

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55 Predicted LA90 Brenig WTGs 55 Predicted LA90 Brenig WTGs
Predicted LA90 Gorsedd Bran WTGs Predicted LA90 Gorsedd Bran WTGs
50 Predicted LA90 Derwydd Bach WTGs 50 Predicted LA90 Derwydd Bach WTGs
Predicted LA90 Nant Bach WTGs Predicted LA90 Nant Bach WTGs
Predicted Cumulative LA90 Predicted Cumulative LA90
45 45

40 40

35 35

30 30

25 25

Sound Pressure Level dB(A) re: 2.10 Pa

Sound Pressure Level dB(A) re: 2.10-5 Pa

20 20

15 15
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
-1 -1
Standardised Wind Speed @ 10 m agl (m.s ) Standardised Wind Speed @ 10 m agl (m.s )

Cumulative Assessment Figure 55 Cumulative Assessment Figure 56

Assessment at H184 Assessment at H207

ETSU-R-97 Assessment ETSU-R-97 Assessment

Cumulative Assessment Figure 55 details the predicted cumulative LA90 noise Cumulative Assessment Figure 56 details the predicted cumulative LA90 noise
levels for the receptor known as H184, for a wind direction of 225º. For wind levels for the receptor known as H207, for a wind direction of 90º. For wind
speeds 3-12 ms-1, predicted cumulative noise levels applicable for other wind speeds 3-12 ms-1, predicted cumulative noise levels applicable for other wind
directions are lower than those detailed in Cumulative Assessment Figure 55 directions are lower than those detailed in Cumulative Assessment Figure 56
above. The predicted noise levels indicate that the overall cumulative noise above. The predicted noise levels indicate that the overall cumulative noise
levels including the impact from the proposed wind farm, will meet the Lower levels including the impact from the proposed wind farm, will meet the Lower
Amenity Hours Noise Criterion proposed within ETSU-R-97. Amenity Hours Noise Criterion proposed within ETSU-R-97.

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