Quiet Hours: Kent vs Renton
How do quiet hours rules compare between Kent, WA and Renton, WA?
Kent and Renton have similar restriction levels.
Kent, WA
King County
Kent enforces nighttime noise limits under KCC 8.05 and WAC 173-60. Residential receiving-property limit drops from 55 dBA daytime to 45 dBA from 10 PM to 7 AM. Audible disturbances across property lines are a nuisance.
View full Kent rules →Renton, WA
King County
Renton enforces nighttime quiet hours from 10 PM to 7 AM on weekdays and 10 PM to 9 AM on weekends, restricting sounds audible beyond property lines under RMC 8-7 and WAC 173-60 maximum environmental noise limits.
View full Renton rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Kent | Renton |
|---|---|---|
| Quiet Hours | 10 PM to 7 AM | - |
| Night Limit | 45 dBA residential | - |
| Day Limit | 55 dBA residential | - |
| Code | KCC 8.05 / WAC 173-60 | - |
| Weekday Quiet Hours | - | 10 PM - 7 AM |
| Weekend Quiet Hours | - | 10 PM - 9 AM |
| Nighttime Residential Limit | - | 45 dBA at property line |
| Daytime Residential Limit | - | 55 dBA at property line |
| Complaint Line | - | Renton Police non-emergency |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Kent FAQ
What are the quiet hours in Kent?
10 PM to 7 AM. The residential receiving limit drops from 55 dBA to 45 dBA during these hours under KCC 8.05 and WAC 173-60.
How do I report nighttime noise in Kent?
Call Kent Police non-emergency at (253) 852-2121. Document the time, location, and type of noise for the complaint.
Renton FAQ
Who enforces noise complaints in Renton?
Renton Police Department responds to active noise complaints via the non-emergency line; chronic or commercial noise is referred to Code Enforcement in Community and Economic Development.
Are there exemptions to quiet hours?
Yes. Emergency work, authorized public works, lawful fireworks displays, agricultural activity, and sounds from existing airports such as Renton Municipal Airport operating within FAA rules are exempt from the standard limits.
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