Noise Rules: Edmonds vs Lynnwood

What are the quiet hours for short-term rentals in Edmonds?

Edmonds applies citywide quiet hours from 10:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. under ECC Chapter 5.30. During those hours the maximum sound at the receiving residential property line drops from 55 dBA to 45 dBA per ECC 5.30.040 and WAC 173-60-040.

Who do neighbors call about a noisy Airbnb in Edmonds?

Neighbors should call the STR's posted 24/7 contact, who must respond within two hours under Washington RCW 64.37.020. For ongoing or after-hours problems, call Edmonds Police non-emergency, and file a written complaint with Edmonds Code Enforcement at 425-771-0220.

Can a single loud party at a Edmonds STR get the host cited?

Yes. Loud, frequent or continuous unamplified voices, amplified music, or other disturbances are prohibited at any hour as public disturbance noises under ECC 5.30.130, regardless of measured decibel level, and the host can be cited for guest conduct.

What are quiet hours for a Lynnwood STR?

LMC 10.12.300 prohibits outdoor power equipment in residential areas between 10:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m., and LMC 10.12.500 reduces the residential noise cap by 10 dBA during the same window. STR operators should treat 10:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. as quiet hours.

Does Lynnwood have an STR-specific noise ordinance?

No. Lynnwood has not adopted a stand-alone short-term rental ordinance. STR guests must follow the general LMC Chapter 10.12 noise rules and operators must comply with state law under RCW 64.37.

Who do I call about a noisy Lynnwood STR at night?

Active disturbances should be reported to the Lynnwood Police non-emergency line at 425-407-3999. RCW 64.37.020 also requires the STR operator to provide a 24-hour contact for the responsible party at the property.