🔊 Noise Ordinances/Construction Hours

Construction Hours: Redmond vs Seattle

How do construction hours rules compare between Redmond, WA and Seattle, WA?

Redmond and Seattle have similar restriction levels.

Redmond, WA

King County

Some Restrictions

Redmond permits construction 7 AM to 7 PM weekdays and 9 AM to 6 PM Saturdays under RMC 6.32. No construction on Sundays or legal holidays without a special variance from the city.

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Seattle, WA

King County

Some Restrictions

Under SMC 25.08, construction is permitted 7 AM–7 PM on weekdays and 9 AM–7 PM on weekends and legal holidays. Construction noise may not exceed 75 dBA. SDCI enforces; violations may result in stop-work orders.

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Key Facts Comparison

Fact	Redmond	Seattle
Weekdays	7 AM - 7 PM	-
Saturday	9 AM - 6 PM	-
Sunday/Holiday	Prohibited	-
Code	RMC 6.32	SMC 25.08
Weekday Hours	-	7 AM–7 PM
Weekend/Holiday Hours	-	9 AM–7 PM
Max dBA	-	75 dBA
Enforcement	-	SDCI, (206) 615-0808; stop-work orders possible

Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.

Redmond FAQ

When can construction start in Redmond?

7 AM on weekdays and 9 AM on Saturdays. No construction is allowed on Sundays or legal holidays without a city-issued noise variance.

Can a contractor work extended hours?

Yes, with an approved noise variance from Redmond Public Works. Large projects must provide advance written notice to nearby residents.

Seattle FAQ

What are the allowed construction hours in Seattle?

Can construction work happen on weekends in Seattle?

Code: SMC 25.08. Weekday Hours: 7 AM–7 PM. Weekend/Holiday Hours: 9 AM–7 PM. Max dBA: 75 dBA.

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