To keep a noise diary for the council, you should document the specific details of each noise incident you experience. This includes the date, time, description of the noise, its frequency (constant or intermittent), loudness, the number of animals (if applicable), how it affects you, and any witnesses to the occurrence.
Based on published council information, you can use the following template from West Lothian Council:
| DATE | TIME | DESCRIPTION OF NOISE | FREQUENCY (CONSTANT OR INTERMITTENT) | HOW LOUD | NO. OF ANIMALS | HOW THIS AFFECTS ME | NAME AND ADDRESS OF WITNESSES |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
You can download the Animal Noise Diary for further guidance. If you're submitting this evidence to the council, be sure to keep it detailed to support any complaints or concerns you may have about noise issues.