Noise from non-stop LRT works next to Sengkang condo disrupts normal life 'even with doors and windows closed'
Normal life at a Sengkang condominium has been disrupted by the non-stop LRT works next to it, said a resident there.
Stomper Victor lives at H2O Residences at 40 Fervale Link, which is opposite the Layar LRT station.
He said that for months, the construction has been going on seven days a week deep into the night.
"It's so loud that it can disrupt normal lives even with all doors and windows closed," complained the Stomper.
"This is ridiculous! I have reported it several times to the authorities, but the matter just got worse!"
He also shared a video of the active work site at night taken from his condo.
In response to a Stomp query, a spokesperson from the Land Transport Authority (LTA) said the structural concrete works along Sengkang West Avenue are in progress for the construction of new reception track viaducts as part of the Sengkang-Punggol LRT Depot Expansion.
LTA explained that the works must be carried out continuously until the structures are completed to prevent the ground from collapsing and ensure structural integrity measures that are essential for the safety of the workers, commuters and motorists.
Apart from these safety-critical works, all other construction activities generally stop by around 10pm.
The works in front of H20 Residences are targeted to be completed in the fourth quarter of this year.
"We regret the inconveniences caused to residents," said the spokesperson.
"LTA closely monitors the noise levels at all our construction sites. We understand that construction work activities can be disruptive, especially for residents living near the sites."
To minimise the impact on the residents in the vicinity, LTA and the contractor have implemented various noise mitigation measures. A comprehensive noise impact assessment was conducted prior to commencement of work, and a noise management plan was put in place.
Where possible, 6m noise barriers have been installed along the perimeter of the worksite with additional noise mitigation measures such as localised noise barriers, inflatable noise balloons have also been deployed around operating machines to further reduce noise at the source.
The spokesperson added: "LTA and the contractor will continue to keep the residents and stakeholders informed on the construction activities through circulars, house visits and community engagement events.
"We thank residents and stakeholders for their patience and understanding."
