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Industrial Noise: Lynnwood vs Marysville

How do industrial noise rules compare between Lynnwood, WA and Marysville, WA?

Lynnwood and Marysville have similar restriction levels.

Lynnwood, WA

Snohomish County

Heavy Restrictions

Industrial sources in Washington must comply with EDNA limits set by WAC 173-60, with the receiving residential zone limited to 60 dBA daytime and 50 dBA nighttime.

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Marysville, WA

Snohomish County

Heavy Restrictions

Industrial sources in Washington must comply with EDNA limits set by WAC 173-60, with the receiving residential zone limited to 60 dBA daytime and 50 dBA nighttime.

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Key Facts Comparison

FactLynnwoodMarysville
Industrial to residential day60 dBA60 dBA
Nighttime limit50 dBA50 dBA
Tonal penaltyMinus 5 dBAMinus 5 dBA
StatuteWAC 173-60-040WAC 173-60-040

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Lynnwood FAQ

Can an industrial facility get a variance?

Yes. WAC 173-60-050 and local authority allow variances for unique operational circumstances when granted in writing by the controlling jurisdiction.

Are these limits stricter than federal OSHA?

These are environmental property-line limits, not workplace exposure limits. OSHA addresses worker hearing protection inside the facility separately.

Marysville FAQ

Can an industrial facility get a variance?

Yes. WAC 173-60-050 and local authority allow variances for unique operational circumstances when granted in writing by the controlling jurisdiction.

Are these limits stricter than federal OSHA?

These are environmental property-line limits, not workplace exposure limits. OSHA addresses worker hearing protection inside the facility separately.

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