Quiet Hours: Auburn vs Bellevue
How do quiet hours rules compare between Auburn, WA and Bellevue, WA?
Auburn and Bellevue have similar restriction levels.
Auburn, WA
King County
Auburn restricts public disturbance noise under ACC 8.28. Yelling and amplified sound are restricted 10 PM to 8 AM. WAC 173-60 limits drop to 45 dBA nighttime in residential zones.
View full Auburn rules →Bellevue, WA
King County
Bellevue enforces quiet hours from 10 PM to 7 AM under BCC 9.18. Residential nighttime limit is 45 dBA, matching WAC 173-60. Sound audible 75 feet from source is a violation.
View full Bellevue rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Auburn | Bellevue |
|---|---|---|
| Quiet Hours | 10 PM to 8 AM (7 AM weekdays) | - |
| Night Limit | 45 dBA residential | - |
| Day Limit | 55 dBA residential | - |
| Code | ACC 8.28 / WAC 173-60 | BCC 9.18 / WAC 173-60 |
| Daytime Limit | - | 55 dBA residential |
| Night Hours | - | 10 PM - 7 AM (45 dBA) |
| Indoor Sleeping | - | 45 dBA maximum |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Auburn FAQ
What are the quiet hours in Auburn, WA?
10 PM to 7 AM on weekdays and 10 PM to 9 AM on Sundays. Residential receiving limits drop from 55 dBA to 45 dBA during nighttime hours under ACC 8.28 and WAC 173-60.
How do I report a noise complaint in Auburn?
Call Auburn Police non-emergency at (253) 931-3080 for after-hours disturbances. Document time, location, and source of the noise for the responding officer.
Bellevue FAQ
What are Bellevue quiet hours?
10 PM to 7 AM. Residential sound limits drop from 55 dBA to 45 dBA during these hours under BCC 9.18.
How do I report a late-night noise complaint?
Call Bellevue Police non-emergency at (425) 577-5656 or use the MyBellevue app.
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