Quiet Hours: Lakewood vs Puyallup
How do quiet hours rules compare between Lakewood, WA and Puyallup, WA?
Lakewood and Puyallup have similar restriction levels.
Lakewood, WA
Pierce County
Lakewood prohibits noise that disturbs the peace under LMC Chapter 8.36 (Noise Control). Residential quiet hours are 10 PM–7 AM weekdays and 10 PM–9 AM weekends. Civil penalty up to $250 for first offense; up to $500 for repeat within 2 years.
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Pierce County
Puyallup regulates noise under PMC Chapter 6.16 (Noise Control), using Environmental Designation for Noise Abatement (EDNA) zones. Residential (Class A) zones have the strictest limits. Right-of-way construction is restricted between 10 PM and 7 AM. General quiet hours are 10 PM–7 AM.
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| Fact | Lakewood | Puyallup |
|---|---|---|
| Quiet Hours (Weekday) | 10 PM - 7 AM | - |
| Quiet Hours (Weekend) | 10 PM - 9 AM | - |
| Audio Limit | Inaudible at 50 ft | - |
| Fine | $250 first / $500 repeat (2 yr) | - |
| Code | LMC Ch. 8.36 | PMC Ch. 6.16 |
| Quiet Hours | - | 10 PM - 7 AM |
| Residential Limit | - | 55 dBA daytime / 45 dBA night (WAC 173-60) |
| Enforcement | - | Complaint-based (non-vehicle) |
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Lakewood FAQ
What are the quiet hours in Lakewood?
Lakewood prohibits noise that disturbs the peace under LMC Chapter 8.36 (Noise Control). Residential quiet hours are 10 PM–7 AM weekdays and 10 PM–9 AM weekends. Civil penalty up to $250 for first offense; up to $500 for repeat within 2 years.
What happens if I violate the noise ordinance in Lakewood?
Quiet Hours (Weekday): 10 PM - 7 AM. Quiet Hours (Weekend): 10 PM - 9 AM. Audio Limit: Inaudible at 50 ft. Fine: $250 first / $500 repeat (2 yr).
Puyallup FAQ
What are the quiet hours in Puyallup?
Puyallup regulates noise under PMC Chapter 6.16 (Noise Control), using Environmental Designation for Noise Abatement (EDNA) zones. Residential (Class A) zones have the strictest limits. Right-of-way construction is restricted between 10 PM and 7 AM. General quiet hours are 10 PM–7 AM.
What happens if I violate the noise ordinance in Puyallup?
Quiet Hours: 10 PM - 7 AM. Residential Limit: 55 dBA daytime / 45 dBA night (WAC 173-60). Enforcement: Complaint-based (non-vehicle). Code: PMC Ch. 6.16.
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