Family takes council dispute over noisy heat pump to Environment Court

RNZNZ HeraldOtago Daily TimesMonday 22 September 2025 · 3 outlets · 2 reports · updated

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A Christchurch family has turned to the Environment Court after being issued an abatement notice regarding their heat pump. Neighbours have been complaining about the noise from the external unit since 2023, resulting in authorities instructing the family to switch the device off at night.

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First reported by RNZ, Mon 22 Sep 2025, 10:28am · 2 reports from 2 outlets over 18 minutes
  1. RNZRNZ

    Family’s battle with council over noisy heat pump reaches Environment Court (opens in new tab)

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  2. Otago Daily TimesOtago Daily Times

    'My children are cold': Noisy heat pump ordered off at night (opens in new tab)