What is the residential decibel limit in Vancouver, WA?

Daytime limit: 55 dBA (when noise originates from another residential area), 57 dBA (from commercial), 60 dBA (from industrial). Nighttime limit: 45 dBA (when noise originates from another residential area), 47 dBA (from commercial), 50 dBA (from industrial). The Vancouver Municipal Code primarily addresses 'unreasonable disturbance' rather than specific decibel limits. Washington State's WAC 173-60-040 provides maximum permissible environmental noise levels. For receiving property in Class A EDNAs (residential), limitations are reduced by 10 dBA between 10:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m.

Who do I call for a noise complaint in Vancouver, WA?

For non-emergencies, contact the police at 360-693-3111 or 3-1-1 (VPD Main: 360-487-7400). For code violations, contact Code Enforcement at 360-487-7810.

Vancouver, WA Noise Ordinance

Quiet Hours: 10PM-7AM

Residential Decibel Limit: 55 dBA (when noise originates from another residential area), 57 dBA (from commercial), 60 dBA (from industrial) (Day) / 45 dBA (when noise originates from another residential area), 47 dBA (from commercial), 50 dBA (from industrial) (Night)

Summary: Vancouver, WA noise ordinances, primarily VMC 7.05.010, prohibit frequent, repetitive, or continuous sounds that unreasonably disturb peace, comfort, and repose, particularly in residential areas between 10:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. Specific restrictions apply to amplified sound, construction activities, vehicle noise, and animal sounds, with violations classified as a misdemeanor.

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