Barking Dogs: Edmonds vs Lynnwood
How do barking dogs rules compare between Edmonds, WA and Lynnwood, WA?
Edmonds and Lynnwood have similar restriction levels.
Edmonds, WA
Snohomish County
Persistent barking dog complaints are handled under ECC §5.30.130 (public disturbance noises) and ECC Ch. 5.05 (animal control). During nighttime hours, call 911; during daytime, contact animal control at 425-771-0205. Animal control may initiate the abatement process for chronic offenders.
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Snohomish County
Barking dogs that cause a noise disturbance are subject to LMC §10.12.300 (noises prohibited). Noise audible at 50 feet from the source is prima facie evidence of a violation. Animal control handles chronic barking complaints; contact the Lynnwood Police Department animal control unit.
View full Lynnwood rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Edmonds | Lynnwood |
|---|---|---|
| Code | ECC §5.30.130; ECC Ch. 5.05 | LMC §10.12.300 |
| Nighttime Complaints | Call 911 | - |
| Daytime Complaints | Animal control: 425-771-0205 | - |
| Enforcement | Complaint-based; abatement process available | Animal control / police |
| Standard | - | Audible at 50 ft = prima facie violation |
| Contact | - | Lynnwood Police Dept. |
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Edmonds FAQ
What are the rules about barking dogs in Edmonds?
Persistent barking dog complaints are handled under ECC §5.30.130 (public disturbance noises) and ECC Ch. 5.05 (animal control). During nighttime hours, call 911; during daytime, contact animal control at 425-771-0205. Animal control may initiate the abatement process for chronic offenders.
How do I file a noise complaint about a barking dog in Edmonds?
Code: ECC §5.30.130; ECC Ch. 5.05. Nighttime Complaints: Call 911. Daytime Complaints: Animal control: 425-771-0205. Enforcement: Complaint-based; abatement process available.
Lynnwood FAQ
What are the rules about barking dogs in Lynnwood?
Barking dogs that cause a noise disturbance are subject to LMC §10.12.300 (noises prohibited). Noise audible at 50 feet from the source is prima facie evidence of a violation. Animal control handles chronic barking complaints; contact the Lynnwood Police Department animal control unit.
How do I file a noise complaint about a barking dog in Lynnwood?
Standard: Audible at 50 ft = prima facie violation. Code: LMC §10.12.300. Enforcement: Animal control / police. Contact: Lynnwood Police Dept..
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