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Noise Ordinances in Redmond, WA (2026)

9 verified noise ordinances for Redmond, Washington, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

Verified from official government sources

Quiet Hours

Redmond enforces nighttime quiet hours from 10 PM to 7 AM under RMC 6.32, mirroring WAC 173-60. Residential night limit is 45 dBA; daytime limit is 55 dBA from another residential source.

Redmond Quiet Hours and Nighttime Noise Limits

Some Restrictions

Construction Hours

Redmond permits construction 7 AM to 7 PM weekdays and 9 AM to 6 PM Saturdays under RMC 6.32. No construction on Sundays or legal holidays without a special variance from the city.

Redmond Construction Noise Hours

Some Restrictions

Barking Dogs

Redmond treats habitual barking as a public nuisance under RMC 6.32 and King County Code Title 11. Regional Animal Services of King County (RASKC) investigates complaints and issues citations.

Redmond Barking Dog Rules

Some Restrictions

Leaf Blower Rules

Redmond does not ban gas leaf blowers, but restricts their use to daytime hours under RMC 6.32. Residential yard equipment is permitted between 7 AM and 10 PM without exceeding noise limits.

Redmond Leaf Blower and Yard Equipment Rules

Few Restrictions

Amplified Music & Events

Amplified music audible beyond 75 feet or across property lines is a public disturbance under RMC 6.32. Downtown Park events require a special event permit from the city to exceed standard noise limits.

Redmond Amplified Music Rules

Some Restrictions

Aircraft Noise

Aircraft noise over Redmond is federally preempted by the FAA and is not enforceable under RMC. Residents impacted by Sea-Tac, Boeing Field, and Paine Field flight paths may file noise complaints with each airport.

Redmond Aircraft Noise and Overflights

Few Restrictions

Industrial Noise

Industrial-source noise received in Redmond residential areas may not exceed 60 dBA daytime and 50 dBA nighttime under RMC 6.32 and WAC 173-60. Overlake and SE Redmond industrial zones are monitored.

Redmond Industrial Noise Limits

Some Restrictions

Decibel Limits

Redmond decibel limits follow WAC 173-60 EDNA tiers: 55 dBA day and 45 dBA night for residential, 60 and 55 for commercial, 70 all hours for industrial. Enforced under RMC 6.32.

Redmond Decibel Limits by Zone

Some Restrictions

Outdoor Music

Outdoor music events in Redmond require a special event permit when amplified. Venues like Marymoor Park and Redmond Downtown Park have set curfews, typically 10 PM, under RMC 6.32 and park rules.

Redmond Outdoor Music and Concert Rules

Some Restrictions

Looking for King County county-wide rules?

County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Redmond city rules.

Noise Ordinances in King County