Construction Hours: Bellevue vs Kent
How do construction hours rules compare between Bellevue, WA and Kent, WA?
Bellevue and Kent have similar restriction levels.
Bellevue, WA
King County
Bellevue permits construction 7 AM-8 PM weekdays and 8 AM-6 PM Saturdays under BCC 9.18.020. No construction on Sundays or legal holidays. After-hours noise is a disturbance.
View full Bellevue rules →Kent, WA
King County
Kent permits construction 7 AM to 8 PM under KCC 8.05 exemptions. Construction noise is exempt from the 55 dBA limit only in that window. Sunday work near residential areas is restricted.
View full Kent rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Bellevue | Kent |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays | 7 AM - 8 PM | - |
| Saturday | 8 AM - 6 PM | - |
| Sunday/Holiday | No construction | - |
| Code | BCC 9.18.020 | KCC 8.05.100 |
| Allowed Hours | - | 7 AM to 8 PM typical |
| State Exemption Window | - | 7 AM to 10 PM |
| Emergency Work | - | Exempt 24/7 |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Bellevue FAQ
When can construction begin in Bellevue?
7 AM weekdays and 8 AM Saturdays. Sunday and holiday construction is prohibited under BCC 9.18.020.
Can a contractor get after-hours permission?
Yes. Large projects can request a construction noise authorization from Bellevue Development Services, which requires public notice.
Kent FAQ
When can construction start in Kent?
Generally 7 AM under the KCC 8.05 noise exemption. Work outside 7 AM to 10 PM must meet residential dBA limits at the property line.
Can a contractor work on Sunday in Kent?
Only if the noise stays below 55 dBA at any residential receiving property. Typical construction equipment cannot meet that limit.
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