Legally, noise from children at daycare centers is given special consideration—yet conflicts with neighbors still arise, and operators such as municipalities are seeking solutions that ensure the centers can continue to operate without exacerbating tensions. Just as often, the issue is the opposite: when outdoor play areas are located along streets and traffic noise interferes with outdoor play. Green noise barriers work in both directions, providing sound insulation while simultaneously creating a green, child-friendly setting around the outdoor play area. The vegetation at the base of the wall requires no irrigation, and the low-maintenance, extensive construction method fits well with the tight budgets of operating agencies. From our base in Kaufbeuren, we provide planning, installation, and maintenance all under one roof.
Protecting Outdoor Areas—from Street Noise and Conflicts
Outdoor play areas along through streets are exposed to traffic noise for hours on end, making it difficult to carry on a conversation and play quietly. A wall between the street and the outdoor area reduces the background noise level in the facility’s garden while also blocking fine particulate matter, which is then absorbed by the vegetation. In the opposite direction, the highly absorbent structure absorbs shouts and the sounds of play before they reach the neighboring buildings—even though children’s noise is legally exempt, this noticeably eases the situation in the neighborhood. For the children, the wall itself becomes an experience; a plantable noise barrier can be integrated into the facility’s garden and environmental education programs, ranging from observing insects to tracking the seasonal changes in vegetation. The vegetation makes use of natural precipitation, so the operator does not need to purchase or maintain an irrigation system. We tailor the height and layout of the wall to supervision paths, emergency exits, and visibility of the grounds, ensuring that the soundproofing supports educational work and does not create new obstacles in daily life. We provide parent advisory boards and the operating organization with clear, illustrated documentation that significantly simplifies upcoming decisions in the relevant committees.
Keep Procurement Simple for Funding Agencies and Local Governments
Daycare providers rarely have their own construction departments, and municipal building departments manage many projects simultaneously—so the procurement of noise protection must be streamlined. We provide planning, construction drawings, and, upon request, bid specifications—all from a single source; our company profile and overview of services illustrate how the direct path from manufacturer to project works. Installation is carried out either by our installation teams using a turnkey construction method—even during closures or in sections while the facility remains open—or as a kit for the municipality’s framework contract partner. On narrow lots, RAU Rock Extensiv—with a minimum width of 13 cm—secures the path between the play area and the property line without taking up any space. Sustainability-conscious clients opt for RAU Klimawand R3, whose Climate Handprint is backed by KlimAktiv-certified CO2 accounting. In Pfaffenhofen an der Ilm, we installed integrated noise-reduction doors—the same solution keeps access points to the outdoor area open yet lockable at the same time. After completion, our service teams will, upon request, handle trimming and inspections as part of the regular outdoor facility maintenance schedule. This ensures that the facility remains a reliable component of the institution’s operational concept for years to come.
