Padel soundwall in Flanders: regulations and solutions
Noise nuisance from padel courts is the number one reason for complaints from residents in Flanders, and the number one reason municipalities refuse permits. Noise Solutions is Technical Padel Supplier 2026 of Padel Vlaanderen and has installed acoustic walls at dozens of padel clubs across Belgium.
What does the Flemish regulation say about noise at padel courts?
Padel courts fall under Vlarem II, category 32 (sport and recreation). The average daytime noise pressure may exceed the background level by no more than 5 dB(A). Stricter standards apply in the evening and at night. In practice, this means an outdoor padel court without a soundwall rarely stays within the limit if homes stand less than 50 m away.
Which soundwall works for padel?
Padel noise has two sources: the short, sharp "pop" of the ball against the glass (around 90 dB at 1 m) and the players' voices. An effective padel soundwall must both isolate (block the pop) and absorb (avoid echo between wall and cage). We combine a steel Noise-Reducer core with a coconut absorption layer.
- Height: at least 4 m, ideally 6 m for outdoor courts
- Material: Noise-Reducer Steel with Kokowall absorption
- Placement: as close as possible to the cage to limit diffraction
- Length: at least 1.5x the length of the court on the affected side
Requesting a permit for your padel club
We provide an acoustic file with every quote, including a simulation of the noise reduction at the plot boundary. That file can be added directly to your environmental permit application, avoiding delays or refusal.
Frequently asked questions about padel soundwalls in Flanders
What does a soundwall for a padel court cost?+
Expect 1,000 to 1,500 EUR per running metre for a 6 m high soundwall, including installation, foundation and acoustic file. Per padel court that comes to an average of 60,000 to 100,000 EUR, depending on which sides need to be shielded.
Can my padel club stay open in the evening with a soundwall?+
A correctly dimensioned soundwall often brings the noise pressure back below the evening limit, making evening use possible. We guarantee this through the simulation in our acoustic file.
Are your soundwalls aesthetically pleasing?+
Yes. Our Kokowall absorbs up to 95% of the noise and can be covered with climbing plants, turning the wall into a green hedge within a few years. Many padel clubs choose this to limit objections from neighbours.
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