Abstract
Identification and analysis of main quiet areas in Pisa agglomeration has been carried out by the University of Pisa and Tuscany Environmental Protection Agency (ARPAT). According to suggestions given by the Environmental Noise Directive (END) 2002/49/CE, authors measured noise levels (using different indicators) and perceived tranquility of users at four different park/green areas in the city (Monumental site – Miracle square, Botanic Garden, Riverside park “Le Piagge”, City Park “Giardino Scotto”). In order to analyze tranquility, measurements and analysis on site has been carried out including noise levels acquisition, video recording, binaural audio acquisition and users surveys. At first some different methodologies has been tested and compared to identify most suitable measurement instruments and analysis procedures. The survey, based on similar studies carried out by G. Watts in UK, intended to identify most annoying sources and subjective users impression of the park. In the same sites, soundwalks have been recorded to allow a laboratory test to obtain a second evaluation of the park (video and binaural audio reproduction). First results highlighted the negative effects on objective and subjective evaluation of tranquility done by different type of transport ( trains, cars, aircraft) in Pisa's parks.
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