Anchorage STR guests are subject to the same Title 15 noise rules as all residents. Quiet hours of 10 PM to 7 AM apply. Repeat noise complaints can jeopardize STR registration under AO 2023-66.
Short-term rentals in Anchorage must comply with Anchorage Municipal Code Title 15 noise regulations, which prohibit unreasonable noise and establish quiet hours from 10 PM to 7 AM in residential zones. Common violations at STRs include outdoor parties, hot tub use, amplified music, and loud arrivals. The 2023 STR ordinance (AO 2023-66) requires each registered property to designate a local responsible party who can respond to complaints within a reasonable time. Anchorage Police Department issues citations for noise violations, and documented complaints may be used as grounds for suspension or revocation of STR registration. Hosts are expected to communicate noise rules to guests in rental materials. Neighborhood complaints can be filed through 311 or directly with APD non-emergency dispatch.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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