Spokane County, WA Short-Term Rentals: Noise Rules (2026)
Key Facts
- STR-specific noise rule
- None
- State standard
- WAC 173-60 max noise levels
- County basis
- Public-disturbance / nuisance rules
- Home industry
- Must comply with WAC 173-60
- Enforcement
- Sheriff + Building and Planning
Summary
There is no STR-specific noise rule in the county. A rental's noise is subject to Spokane County's public-disturbance nuisance provisions and Washington's maximum environmental noise limits in WAC 173-60. Home-industry standards even require mechanical equipment to comply with WAC 173-60.
All material or mechanical equipment shall be used in such a manner as to be in compliance with WAC-173-60 regarding noise.
Full Breakdown
Unincorporated Spokane County relies on general noise controls rather than an STR ordinance. Washington's WAC 173-60 sets maximum permissible environmental noise levels measured at the receiving property, and the county's public-disturbance/nuisance rules address unreasonable noise such as loud parties. The Zoning Code's home-industry standards explicitly state that 'All material or mechanical equipment shall be used in such a manner as to be in compliance with WAC-173-60 regarding noise.' The Hearing Examiner may also add noise conditions to a bed-and-breakfast Conditional Use Permit.
Violations & Fines
Noise violations are enforced by the Sheriff (public-disturbance noise) and by Building and Planning for zoning conditions; remedies range from citations to abatement and, for a bed-and-breakfast, potential CUP revocation.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Sources & Official References
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