How Marysville Handles Noise Ordinances: A Practical Guide

Marysville maintains 26 local ordinances across all categories, and 4 of those deal specifically with noise ordinances. Here is a breakdown of what the city actually requires, what is prohibited, and where Marysville falls on the strict-to-permissive spectrum compared to other cities.

Aircraft Noise

Marysville does not have a commercial airport. Paine Field (PAE) in Everett is approximately 20 miles to the south. Aircraft noise is regulated federally by the FAA. No local aircraft noise ordinance exists.

Key details: Local Airport: None in city limits. Nearest Airport: Paine Field PAE (~20 mi south, Everett). Regulation: FAA (federal). Local Code: None.

New construction without required sound insulation in airport zones carries stop-work orders and fines of $500–$2,000. Failure to provide real estate noise disclosure results in liability for rescission of sale.

The rules around aircraft noise in Marysville lean permissive, but that does not mean anything goes.

Quiet Hours

Marysville noise is regulated by MMC Ch. 6.76, which adopts WAC 173-60 Environmental Designation for Noise Abatement (EDNA) standards. Noise limits for residential (Class A EDNA) areas are reduced between 10 p.m. and 7 a.m. The city's declared policy is to minimize noise that disrupts sleep, repose, and quality of life.

Key details: Quiet Hours: 10 p.m.–7 a.m. (Class A EDNA reduced limits). Code: MMC Ch. 6.76; WAC 173-60. Enforcement: Complaint-based; Community Development. Variance Fee: $50 application (MMC 22G.010.400).

Quiet-hours violations are infractions with fines of $100 for a first offense, $250 for a second offense within 12 months, and up to $500 for subsequent offenses. Repeat violations may result in misdemeanor charges.

Construction Hours

Under MMC Ch. 6.76 (Ord. 3204, 2022), construction noise is prohibited before 7 a.m. and after 9 p.m. Construction is defined broadly to include site preparation, assembly, erection, demolition, substantial repair, and alteration. Farm machinery and livestock noise from small farms overlay zones are exempt.

Key details: Permitted Hours: 7 a.m.–9 p.m.. Code: MMC Ch. 6.76 (Ord. 3204, 2022). Small Farm Exemption: Farm/livestock noise exempt (small farms overlay). Contact: Community Development: 360-363-8000.

Construction outside permitted hours carries fines of $250 for a first offense, $500 for a second, and up to $1,000 for subsequent violations. Stop-work orders may be issued for repeat offenders.

Barking Dogs

Barking dogs that cause a public nuisance are subject to MMC Ch. 6.76. Noise originating from property that is a public nuisance is unlawful. Animal control is handled by the Community Service Unit (CSU). For complaints, call 911.

Key details: Code: MMC Ch. 6.76 (noise); MMC Ch. 6.24 (nuisances). Standard: Public nuisance standard. Enforcement: Community Service Unit (CSU). Contact: Call 911 for animal complaints.

First offense results in a written warning. Second offense within 12 months carries a $75 fine. Third and subsequent offenses are $150–$300. Chronic cases may result in animal impoundment.

The Bottom Line

Marysville's noise ordinances rules are a mixed bag. Some areas are strict, others are relaxed, and the details matter. The best approach is to check the specific rule that applies to your situation rather than assuming Marysville is broadly strict or permissive.

These rules come from Marysville's publicly available municipal code. For complete penalty schedules, exemption details, and answers to common questions, see the individual ordinance pages throughout this guide.