Noise Ordinances in Seattle, WA (2026)
4 verified noise ordinances for Seattle, Washington, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
Quiet Hours
Seattle Municipal Code Chapter 25.08 prohibits excessive noise. Nighttime quiet hours are 10 PM–7 AM weekdays and 10 PM–9 AM on weekends and legal holidays. Nighttime noise limits are reduced 10 dBA from daytime levels in residential districts.
Seattle Quiet Hours & Noise Ordinance
Some RestrictionsConstruction Hours
Under SMC 25.08, construction is permitted 7 AM–7 PM on weekdays and 9 AM–7 PM on weekends and legal holidays. Construction noise may not exceed 75 dBA. SDCI enforces; violations may result in stop-work orders.
Seattle Construction Noise Hours
Some RestrictionsBarking Dogs
SMC 25.08.500 prohibits loud, raucous, frequent, repetitive, or continuous animal noises. No specific time restriction — the standard is whether it disturbs neighbors and is continuous. Animals may be impounded for repeat violations. Report to Seattle Animal Shelter.
Seattle Barking Dog Regulations
Some RestrictionsAircraft Noise
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is south of Seattle city limits; Boeing Field (BFI) is within city limits. FAA preempts local aircraft noise regulation. Seattle works with FAA and Port of Seattle on noise abatement procedures.
Seattle-Tacoma Airport (SEA) Noise
Some RestrictionsLooking for King County county-wide rules?
County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Seattle city rules.
Noise Ordinances in King County →