Amplified music rules in Auburn, WA — also called sound permit, PA system, or live music ordinances — set decibel limits, time-of-day restrictions, and when permits are required.
Amplified music audible inside a neighbor's home is a public disturbance at any hour under ACC 8.28. Party speakers cannot exceed 55 dBA day or 45 dBA night at the property line.
Auburn treats amplified sound from stereos, parties, bands, public address systems, and car audio as public disturbance noise under ACC 8.28. Any amplified music audible inside a neighboring residence or across a property line in a way that interferes with peace and repose can be cited. At night (10 PM to 7 AM weekdays, 10 PM to 9 AM Sundays) enforcement is strict and even moderate bass thumping typically violates the 45 dBA WAC 173-60 residential receiving limit. During the day, the 55 dBA limit governs. Parties at Emerald Downs racetrack events, Muckleshoot Casino, and large venues have separate special event conditions attached to their permits. Auburn PD responds to party complaints through the non-emergency line at (253) 931-3080. First responses are usually warnings; a second callout the same night commonly results in a citation and may require the amplification to cease entirely for the remainder of the night.
Amplified music violations are civil infractions under ACC 8.28. Second same-night responses may result in equipment seizure in aggravated cases and escalating fines.
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