Redmond STRs must follow RMC 6.36 noise limits: 55 dBA day (7 AM-10 PM) and 45 dBA night. Hosts must provide a local contact who responds to complaints within one hour.
Redmond does not have STR-specific noise standards but enforces the general noise ordinance under RMC Chapter 6.36 at short-term rentals just as at any residential property. Class A EDNA (residential) limits are 55 dBA from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM and 45 dBA from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM at the receiving property boundary. Amplified music, loud parties, and outdoor gatherings that violate these limits are actionable. Because STR hosts are not typically on-site, Washington STR law (RCW 64.37) and Redmond practice require the host to provide a local responsible party contact available 24/7 to respond to complaints within one hour. Neighbors can call Redmond Police non-emergency (425-556-2500) for active noise disturbances. Repeated violations at an STR property can trigger escalated enforcement under RMC 1.14 and may put the business license at risk.
Noise violation: civil fine up to $100 per incident under RMC 6.26.040. Repeat STR noise incidents can lead to license revocation under RMC 5.04.
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