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Everett, WA
Noise Code

The official quiet hours, decibel limits, and enforcement protocols for Everett, WA.

Ordinance Summary

Everett, WA noise ordinances, codified in EMC Chapter 20.08, establish quiet hours from 10 PM to 7 AM weekdays and 10 PM to 9 AM on weekends, reducing decibel limits by 10 dB(A) in residential areas. General day limits for residential are 55 dB(A) and 45 dB(A) at night. Construction noise has specific exemptions during daytime hours. Violations are misdemeanors, with repeat offenses leading to gross misdemeanors and daily civil penalties.

Quiet Hours

Weekdays: 10 PM - 7 AM, Weekends: 10 PM - 9 AM

Police Non-Emergency

425-407-3999

Decibel Limits

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Night
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"Decibel limits for receiving property in District I (residential) are reduced by 10 dB(A) between 10 PM and 7 AM on weekdays, and 10 PM and 9 AM on weekends. District I is residentially zoned; District II includes commercial zones. Limits vary based on both the sound source and receiving property districts. The listed residential and commercial limits represent the most restrictive general limit for that receiving district."

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Specific Noise Restrictions

1
Construction

Noise from temporary construction sites is exempt between 7 AM and 10 PM on weekdays. For receiving properties in District I (residential), construction noise is exempt between 8 AM and 6 PM on weekends and holidays. For receiving properties in District II or III, the exemption applies between 9 AM and 10 PM on weekends and holidays.

2
Amplified Sound

Public disturbance noises include amplified music plainly audible across a real property line or fifty feet from the source, whichever is less, or if it interferes with the reasonable use of residential property. Commercial advertising or sales using amplified sound upon public streets is prohibited, with exceptions for legal permissions or moving vehicle vendors.

3
Animals

Frequent, repetitive, or continuous noise from any animal that unreasonably disturbs or interferes with the peace, comfort, and repose of park users or nearby residents is prohibited. Barking or other animal noise complaints can be filed with Animal Control.

4
Vehicles

Motor vehicles must have mufflers in good working order to prevent excessive noise. Tire squealing due to rapid acceleration or excessive speed is unlawful. Modifying an exhaust system to amplify or increase engine noise beyond prescribed limits is prohibited. Vehicle audio equipment audible greater than fifty feet from the source is a public disturbance noise.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quiet Hours?

Weekdays: 10 PM - 7 AM, Weekends: 10 PM - 9 AM.

Construction?

Usually limited to daytime hours (e.g. 7am-6pm). Check 'Specific Restrictions' above.

Who to call?

Use Non-Emergency Police: 425-407-3999.

Fines?

Commonly range from $50 to $500 for initial offenses.

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