Construction Hours: Bellevue vs Seattle
How do construction hours rules compare between Bellevue, WA and Seattle, WA?
Bellevue and Seattle 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.
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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 | Bellevue | Seattle |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays | 7 AM - 8 PM | - |
| Saturday | 8 AM - 6 PM | - |
| Sunday/Holiday | No construction | - |
| Code | BCC 9.18.020 | 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.
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.
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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