Construction Hours: Auburn vs Seattle
How do construction hours rules compare between Auburn, WA and Seattle, WA?
Auburn and Seattle have similar restriction levels.
Auburn, WA
King County
Auburn allows construction 7 AM to 10 PM weekdays and Saturdays, and 9 AM to 10 PM Sundays, under ACC 8.28.010. Outside hours, equipment and hammering are a public disturbance.
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King County
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.
View full Seattle rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Auburn | Seattle |
|---|---|---|
| Weekday/Saturday | 7 AM to 10 PM | - |
| Sunday | 9 AM to 10 PM | - |
| Emergency Work | Exempt | - |
| Code | ACC 8.28.010 | SMC 25.08 |
| Weekday Hours | - | 7 AM–7 PM |
| Weekend/Holiday Hours | - | 9 AM–7 PM |
| Max dBA | - | 75 dBA |
| Enforcement | - | SDCI, (206) 615-0808; stop-work orders possible |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Auburn FAQ
When can construction start in Auburn, WA?
7 AM on weekdays and Saturdays, and 9 AM on Sundays. Work must stop by 10 PM under ACC 8.28.010.
Is hammering allowed on Sunday morning in Auburn?
Not before 9 AM. Hammering, power tools, and other construction sounds before 9 AM on Sundays are a public disturbance under ACC 8.28.010.
Seattle FAQ
What are the allowed construction hours in Seattle?
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.
Can construction work happen on weekends in Seattle?
Code: SMC 25.08. Weekday Hours: 7 AM–7 PM. Weekend/Holiday Hours: 9 AM–7 PM. Max dBA: 75 dBA.
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