Auburn does not impose a maximum number of rental nights per year for short-term rentals. Operators may rent as often as they wish, subject to business license and safety compliance.
Unlike Seattle or other Washington cities that cap non-primary-residence STRs at 90 or fewer nights annually, Auburn does not currently impose a night-cap on short-term rental operations. The City of Auburn regulates STRs through general business licensing under ACC Title 5 and zoning under Title 18 rather than through booking-night limits. Operators may host guests throughout the year provided they remain compliant with state registration under RCW 64.37, collect and remit applicable taxes, and meet all safety requirements including smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, fire extinguishers, and posted evacuation information. Should Auburn amend its code in the future to add night caps or primary residence requirements, operators would need to comply. Monitoring Auburn City Council agendas and contacting Auburn Code Enforcement at (253) 931-3000 helps operators stay informed about any future changes.
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Federal law preempts local aircraft noise. Auburn Municipal Airport follows FAA Part 150 and Sea-Tac overflights are under FAA and Port of Seattle. ACC 8.28 ...
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Industrial sources into residential zones are capped at 60 dBA day and 50 dBA night under WAC 173-60 via ACC 8.28. The Boeing Auburn plant and Valley warehou...
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Outdoor concerts and festivals must meet ACC 8.28 limits and often need a special event permit. Downtown Auburn and Les Gove Park events follow a written noi...
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Auburn applies WAC 173-60 EDNA limits through ACC 8.28. Residential: 55 dBA day, 45 dBA night. Industrial receiving: 60 dBA day, 50 dBA night. Measured at th...
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Auburn restricts RV, trailer, and boat parking on public streets to 72 hours and sets additional limits on driveway and front-yard storage of recreational ve...
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